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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How much time passes before Harriet has a chance to write in her journal for the first time?
(a) A day.
(b) One month.
(c) Four months.
(d) A year.

2. What is Thruston's job at Monticello?
(a) Gardener.
(b) Cook.
(c) Field hand.
(d) Butler.

3. What one thing does Harriet want to know about Jefferson?
(a) If he will sell his slaves.
(b) If he is her father.
(c) If he will free his slaves.
(d) If Jefferson is really keeping a Farm Book.

4. What is Madison's opinion about Sally's children leaving Monticello and not seeing each other?
(a) He is excited for his time.
(b) It's the right thing for them to do.
(c) He likes the idea.
(d) It's not right.

5. Who is married and doing well according to Sally in The Third Week of May 1820?
(a) Harriet's older sister.
(b) Thad.
(c) Tom.
(d) Sally's sister.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Thruston believe a white man may have impure intentions toward Harriet?

2. Why does Jefferson give Harriet a journal?

3. In May 1820, Two Days Later, why does Sally wake Harriet?

4. What is Sally sitting on in the cellar when Harriet finds her in May 15, 1822?

5. What reason does Harriet give for Jefferson not admitting he is the father of Sally's children?

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