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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. Who does Sarah think can help them solve the problem with the slaves?
(a) Cook.
(b) Josiah.
(c) Honoria.
(d) Sir Charles.

2. What did Frances realize she had over the slaves which she never had before?
(a) Power.
(b) Intellect.
(c) Love.
(d) Education.

3. What is the relationship between Sarah and Josiah?
(a) Father and daughter.
(b) Uncle and niece.
(c) Sister and brother.
(d) Cousins.

4. How does the death of Died of Shame affect The Cole's daily work?
(a) Sarah won't leave her room.
(b) Josiah stops slave trading.
(c) It doesn't.
(d) Frances hosts an elaborate funeral.

5. How does Sarah feel Frances is acting when Frances says she does not want to each the slaves?
(a) Compassionate.
(b) Thoughtful.
(c) Ridiculous.
(d) Lazy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who owns the home in Queens Square that Josiah wants to buy?

2. Why is Sarah upset with the way Josiah purchased the home?

3. What does Josiah tell Frances about the house in Queens Square?

4. In Chapter 11, how does Frances feel when she tries to teach the slaves?

5. Where does Josiah do most of his negotiating and socializing?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Frances learn about the slaves when they arrive at her home?

2. How do Josiah and Frances help one another?

3. Describe Sarah Cole.

4. Why do the slaves say their names are "Despair," "Homeless," "Grief," and "Died of Shame?"

5. What does Frances learn about the business through Sarah?

6. Is Mehuru respected by the other slaves?

7. Why do the slaves moan with "Died of Shame?"

8. What is Frances conflicted about when it comes to slavery?

9. Do you think Sarah respects Frances?

10. What does Sir Charles believe about slaves?

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