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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Ten: Polly.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following is NOT a clue that Amari can understand Polly's English?
(a) Her facial expressions are clear and meaningful.
(b) She repeats that her name is Myna.
(c) She repeats the word slave clearly.
(d) She shrugs when Polly asks a question.

2. Why are the slaves quarantined on Sullivan's Island?
(a) To allow Tybee the time he needs to train them.
(b) To provide them a safe place.
(c) To allow the slaves to rest after their journey.
(d) To rule out any diseases.

3. Which is NOT true about Teenie's kente cloth?
(a) It was her mother's.
(b) Willie Badgett gave it to her.
(c) It had been buried on the plantation for years.
(d) It was just a tiny scrap.

4. Who stops Myna's beating by Mr. Derby in Part Four?
(a) Clay.
(b) Noah.
(c) Isabelle.
(d) Polly.

5. Why does Clay take Myna on his hunting trip in Part Five?
(a) To make up for his father's bad behavior.
(b) To sell her to his friends.
(c) To get her out of the house for some air.
(d) To show her off.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens to the mother and daughter who jumped from the small boat?

2. What symbol does Amari NOT association with freedom?

3. How does Clay communicate with Myna after the beating by Mr. Derby?

4. Which slave is given Isabelle's baby to care for?

5. What reminds Amari of her little brother?

(see the answer key)

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