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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Woburn 1740-1779.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Mr. Richardson's occupation?
(a) Teacher.
(b) Tanner.
(c) Blacksmith.
(d) Farmer.

2. Who is the first person killed by the slavers at the beginning of the book?
(a) The king's daughter.
(b) The queen.
(c) The king's guard.
(d) The king.

3. What is the name of the king's son?
(a) Ath-mun.
(b) Ash-mun.
(c) Ach-mun.
(d) At-mun.

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

5. What is the last stop the ship makes?
(a) New York.
(b) Boston.
(c) London.
(d) Pittsburgh.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does not like the idea of indenturing Amos to Mr. Richardson?

2. In what part of Africa does this book begin?

3. What does the auctioneer say is a major benefit of buying At-mun as a slave?

4. What does Amos ask of his new owner?

5. How long does At-mun live with the Copelands?

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