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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What giant animal lurks outside the children's cave in Part Seven?
(a) Wolves.
(b) Bobcats.
(c) Bears.
(d) Hushpuppy.

2. What is NOT true about Mrs. Derby's treatment of the slaves?
(a) She asks them how they are.
(b) She ignores them.
(c) She is generous toward them.
(d) She has written up papers to free Noah when she dies.

3. What happens to the mother and daughter who jumped from the small boat?
(a) They are eaten by sharks.
(b) They are shot.
(c) They are drowned.
(d) They are dragged back onto the boat.

4. How many villagers survived the killing field in Part One?
(a) 10.
(b) 200.
(c) 150.
(d) 24.

5. Which of the following is NOT a cause of death during the death march?
(a) Gunshot.
(b) Blood loss.
(c) Infection.
(d) Suicide.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Part Four, what future does Cato foresee for Myna?

2. What is the cause of Isabelle's concern over her baby?

3. Where does the ship containing the kidnapped Ewe people make landfall in Part One?

4. Why does Mr. Derby not kill Isabelle after learning her baby is mixed race?

5. What excuse will Dr. Hoskins give for losing the slaves and the servant?

(see the answer key)

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