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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Middle of August 1822.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who places a shawl around Jefferson's shoulders when Harriet brings him a tea tray?
(a) Jefferson.
(b) Harriet.
(c) Burwell.
(d) Sally.

2. When Beverly decides to leave the plantation, how does he leave?
(a) As a free black man.
(b) As a white man.
(c) He doesn't leave.
(d) Bright and early in the morning.

3. Why does Randolph tell Harriet to show the letter he sends her to Martha?
(a) To prove to Martha that she is engaged.
(b) To make Martha jealous.
(c) So Martha can give her Randolph's address.
(d) So Martha can read it for her.

4. In The Middle of May 1820, why do Charles Bankhead, William Thornton, Benjamin Latrobe, and Thomas Mann Randolph come to Monticello?
(a) For dinner.
(b) To play poker.
(c) To plan Jefferson's campaign.
(d) To trade slaves.

5. What kind of work does Harriet's fiance think he can arrange for her?
(a) Maid.
(b) Factory worker.
(c) Teaching.
(d) Cook.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Randolph plan to protect Harriet while she stays at Monticello?

2. Why does Sally say she came back from Paris to Monticello with Jefferson?

3. In That Same Day, what does Harriet promise her fiance she will do?

4. Who does Martha wish would drink himself to death?

5. What does Randolph suggest Harriet learn before she is freed?

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