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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Rillieux became interested in the process of refining which of the following?
(a) Wheat.
(b) Oil.
(c) Sugar.
(d) Milk.

2. How old was Banneker when he was introduced to a new religion?
(a) 10.
(b) 11.
(c) 14.
(d) 12.

3. What was the name of the major in charge of the plans for Washington, DC?
(a) Wellington.
(b) L' Enfant,
(c) Jackson.
(d) Peters.

4. Jan Earnst Matzeliger is most well known for revolutionizing which industry?
(a) Small engine.
(b) Manufacture of clothing.
(c) Shoe.
(d) Firearms.

5. What was the woman's first name?
(a) Martha.
(b) Mary.
(c) Molly.
(d) Mildred.

Short Answer Questions

1. Banneker spent a great deal of his day performing which activity?

2. The husband and wife learned to grow which crop?

3. What was the title of the book?

4. Banneker was called upon to help which man build a new mill?

5. What revolutionary invention was used to make the crops grow?

(see the answer key)

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