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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through May 15, 1822.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What event could create a difficult future for Harriet, according to Randolph in April 1820?
(a) Sally's death.
(b) Her marriage.
(c) Jefferson's death.
(d) Accepting freedom.

2. What question does Martha ask Harriet that she is hesitant to answer?
(a) If Harriet plans to pass.
(b) If Harriet plans to run away.
(c) If Harriet is engaged.
(d) If Harriet knows Jefferson is her father.

3. What is Jefferson doing when Harriet brings him a tea tray as the book begins?
(a) Writing.
(b) Sleeping.
(c) Visiting with a friend.
(d) Dressing.

4. Where does Jefferson wait to meet Harriet in The Third Week of May 1820?
(a) In the kitchen.
(b) In the parlor.
(c) Under the seven day clock.
(d) Mammy Ursula's cabin.

5. What does Randolph tell Harriet will be around for a long time?
(a) The United States.
(b) Her chance at freedom.
(c) Slavery.
(d) Jefferson.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who gives Harriet a potion to help her sleep on the night she is attacked?

2. What does Jefferson promise to show Harriet one day in the April 1820 section?

3. What is Mammy Ursula doing when Harriet comes to visit her in April 1820, That Same Day?

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

5. Who goes to collect Sally's boys at the beginning of the book when they are playing more than they are working?

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