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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what season does this book begin?
(a) Fall.
(b) Spring.
(c) Winter.
(d) Summer.

2. Which of the following does At-mun NOT pray to on his journey to the ocean?
(a) The spirit of the river.
(b) The spirit of the night.
(c) The spirit of victory.
(d) The spirit of his father.

3. Why does At-mun stay awake during the entire journey to the ocean?
(a) He wants to soak in every memory.
(b) He wants to be able to lead his people back.
(c) He wants to attack the captors when they are sleeping.
(d) He wants to protect the people from snakes along the river.

4. How many men does it take to bind the king's son?
(a) 4.
(b) 5.
(c) 2.
(d) 3.

5. What does the king's son say to the person he tries to protect as he is dragged away?
(a) We are not afraid.
(b) We are tied together.
(c) We are strong.
(d) We are royalty.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the last stop the ship makes?

2. How old is the king's son at the beginning of the book?

3. How long is the trip from Africa to the intended destination?

4. For how much is At-mun sold?

5. Where are the slaves housed when they reach the ocean?

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