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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Mammy, how did everyone know about Harriet's plans?
(a) Jefferson made an announcement.
(b) Sally told everyone.
(c) Her studies.
(d) Thruston told everyone.

2. Who helps Harriet pack to leave?
(a) Thruston.
(b) Sally.
(c) Martha.
(d) Mammy Ursula.

3. In October 1821, what concern does Harriet express about passing for white?
(a) That she will forget her real name.
(b) That she won't like it.
(c) That she'll be unable to write to her mother.
(d) That she will be discovered.

4. Who will travel with Harriet to the inn?
(a) Sally.
(b) Mr. Petit.
(c) Jefferson.
(d) Thad.

5. When Harriet goes to visit Mammy Ursula in May 17, 1822, what is Mammy doing?
(a) Making a basket.
(b) Reading a book.
(c) Crying.
(d) Sleeping.

Short Answer Questions

1. In July 1820, what does Harriet say she doesn't want to be sold like when Jefferson dies?

2. In October 1821, how does Harriet spend her free time?

3. What does Thruston give Harriet before she leaves Monticello?

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

5. In his letter to Harriet, who does Randolph say may come to visit Harriet next summer?

Short Essay Questions

1. What do Harriet and her siblings hope Sally will admit before Harriet leaves, but Sally never does?

2. Why does Harriet's fiance say that Jefferson lies about slavery?

3. Why is Jefferson a little offended when he learns of Harriet's engagement to Thad?

4. How does Harriet explain to Beverly her belief that she is not turning her back on her family and race by passing for white?

5. Why doesn't Martha like Madison?

6. What does Mammy Ursula say to Harriet that eases her feelings about Sally's apparent lack of concern at her leaving?

7. What reason does Harriet give Martha for her decision to pass as white?

8. Why is it clear that Peter Carr is not Harriet's or Beverly's father?

9. What characteristic of Harriet's makes Thruston proud of her?

10. In the section titled May 15, 1822, what decision has Beverly made that pleases Harriet?

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