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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Dr. Hoskins feel about the murders they witnessed?
(a) He feels that, since they were slaves, they had no rights to begin with.
(b) He feels that, since they lied, Noah and Isabelle deserved punishment.
(c) He feels that, having been silent, he is also guilty.
(d) He feels that, to be loyal to his friend, he must complete his promise.

2. What city are Polly, Tidbit and Amari near when they meet Nathan?
(a) Atlanta, GA.
(b) Tampa, FL.
(c) Charles Town, SC.
(d) Savannah, GA.

3. What advice does Dr. Hoskins give Polly, Tidbit and Amari in Part Seven?
(a) To find the Ashley River and follow it south.
(b) To locate a friend on the Underground Railroad.
(c) To find a shed in the woods and live there indefinitely.
(d) To find the Ashley River and follow it north.

4. When Tidbit realizes in Part Eleven he will not be able to return to Teenie, what request does he make of Amari?
(a) That she sends letters to Teenie.
(b) That she be his mother.
(c) That she ask Polly to be his new mother.
(d) That she let him go to make his own way.

5. Where is Inez's husband, Jasper?
(a) He is still in Georgia.
(b) He did not make it to Fort Mose.
(c) There is no Jasper.
(d) He is now fighting for the Spanish.

6. How do the children feel about their encounter with Clay at the end of Part Seven?
(a) They hope that the rattlesnake strikes and kills him.
(b) They know that their best chance is to simply put as much distance between them and Clay as they can.
(c) They wish him the best in health and happiness.
(d) They feel as though they should go back to check on him later.

7. Aside from a chance to escape, what other gift does the doctor give Polly, Tidbit and Amari in Part Seven?
(a) A gun.
(b) A dog.
(c) A wagon.
(d) A bag of money.

8. Who was the real-life Captain Menendez?
(a) An escaped slave.
(b) An English soldier.
(c) The Spanish king.
(d) A Spanish soldier.

9. What image does Polly use in Part Seven to describe freedom?
(a) A beautiful leaf that is hard to catch.
(b) A path that is difficult to travel.
(c) A dream that can never be attained.
(d) A flag that waves high.

10. Why does Amari choose to go south rather than north in Part SEven?
(a) Amari trusts Cato.
(b) Amari knows that Afi is on a plantation to the south.
(c) Amari does not like the cold in the north.
(d) Amari chooses the easier option.

11. As it is revealed in Part Eleven, why has Amari been so tired and sick throughout their journey?
(a) She is dehydrated.
(b) She has food poisoning.
(c) She is feeling guilty.
(d) She is pregnant.

12. How do Polly, Tidbit and Amari approach the entrance to Fort Mose?
(a) They wait until nightfall.
(b) They all join hands.
(c) They run quickly.
(d) They hide behind trees.

13. What excuse will Dr. Hoskins give for losing the slaves and the servant?
(a) He will say they attacked him.
(b) He will say they escaped while he slept.
(c) He will blame a storm.
(d) He will blame highwaymen.

14. Who intercepts Polly, Tidbit and Amari before they make it to the gate?
(a) Clay.
(b) Afi.
(c) Inez.
(d) Nathan.

15. What geographical feature of Spanish territory reminds Amari of Africa?
(a) Palm trees.
(b) Swamps.
(c) Yams.
(d) Dirt paths.

Short Answer Questions

1. What comment does Polly make in Part Ten about Amari's love for Tidbit?

2. Why is Tidbit scared to cross the St. Mary's River?

3. When Amari realizes that Fort Mose is not huge or paved with gold, what does she say?

4. By Part Ten, why has it been so difficult for Amari and Polly to become friends?

5. What advice does Polly give Amari about Besa in Part Ten?

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