The Underground Railroad (novel) Quiz

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What is the most likely reason that Cora and Caesar decide to not take the next available train in Section 3? (from Section 3)

They have been told that rumors of trains are a trap: if they try to board one, they will be captured.

They have decided that the town they are in is where they want to marry and raise children.

They feel that life is good enough just where they are.

They are tired of each other's company and do not want to travel together anymore.

How does the appearance of new growth in the aftermath of the fires in Tennessee metaphorically relate to what happens to Cora later in Section 7? (from Section 7)

It metaphorically foreshadows the possibility of freedom she feels the moment she sees the colored man on the street.

It metaphorically foreshadows the possibility of new life implied by her rescue.

It metaphorically foreshadows the reference to the flowers that she wants to put on her mother's grave.

It metaphorically foreshadows the gift of the new dress given to her by Ridegway.

What is ironic about the fact that Cora leaves Caesar behind when she has a chance to escape? (from Section 4)

Cora is angry that Ridgeway has changed his mind, and decided to pursue her rather than just letting her go.

Cora is angry about being left behind by her mother when she escaped.

Cora is angry about being left behind by Caesar when he made his first escape attempt.

Cora is angry that Lovey managed to escape safely, and she has to fight her way to freedom all over again.

Who is Bessie? (from Section 3)

Bessie is Cora's new name.

Bessie is the child that Cora is assigned to take care of.

Bessie is Cora's new best friend.

Bessie is Cora's new employer.

Why does Mabel feel that Ajarry's plot is "the most valuable land in all of Georgia"? (from Section 10 )

Because it represents something that she created herself.

Because it grows better vegetables than anywhere else.

Because it grows better flowers than anywhere else.

Because it represents something that is only hers.