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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Third Week of May 1820.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In May 1820, Two Days Later, why does Sally wake Harriet?
(a) Randolph is asking about her.
(b) Bankhead wants to apologize.
(c) She has chores to do.
(d) Martha wants to speak with her.

2. After the attack, what does Jefferson do to Bankhead?
(a) Nothing.
(b) Hits him.
(c) Banishes him from Monticello for the summer.
(d) Has him arrested.

3. Why does Thruston believe a white man may have impure intentions toward Harriet?
(a) She would be valuable if sold.
(b) She would have lovely children.
(c) She could work hard in the fields.
(d) She is very beautiful.

4. In April of 1820, how old is Harriet?
(a) 16.
(b) 12.
(c) 21.
(d) 19.

5. What does Jefferson offer to allow Harriet to use so that she can further her studies?
(a) His library.
(b) His telescope.
(c) His desk.
(d) His glasses.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Mammy Ursula suggest Harriet find out about her father?

2. According to Mammy Ursula, why didn't Sally take her freedom when it was offered?

3. Over the days that follow Bankhead's attack on Harriet, who does Harriet stay close to?

4. What did Harriet want to ask God when she was a small child?

5. What is the name of the slave who has been telling everyone that he is going to marry Harriet?

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