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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12, Fear of Insurrection | Chapter 13, The Church and Slavery.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Chapter 10, Dr. Flint is still determined to have his way with Linda. What plan does he devise to remove Linda from the watchful eyes of those who love her?
(a) Dr. Flint does not devise any plan because he could care less what others think of his relationship with Linda.
(b) Dr. Flint plans to build her a home several miles from town.
(c) Dr. Flint does not devise any plan because he does not want Linda.
(d) Dr. Flint plans to forbid her from ever leaving his house.

2. How are the biracial children of slaveholders treated?
(a) They are treated the same as any other slave.
(b) They stay with their mothers, but are granted freedom.
(c) They live with their fathers.
(d) The slaveholders did not father any illegitimate children.

3. Who finds it difficult to adjust to life in bondage in Chapter 2?
(a) William.
(b) Linda.
(c) Susan.
(d) Aunt Marthy.

4. What is the man's name who dies a horrific way on Mr. Litch's plantation?
(a) Benjamin.
(b) John.
(c) William.
(d) James.

5. How are Benjamin and Linda related?
(a) Benjamin is Linda's uncle.
(b) Benjamin is Linda's cousin.
(c) Benjamin is Linda's brother.
(d) Benjamin is Linda's husband.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Mr. Sands promise Aunt Marthy?

2. What happens to Linda when she reaches the age of 15?

3. At what time of day are the slaves allowed to attend church?

4. Why is the author hesitant to write her book?

5. Who exposes Linda to the hardships of slavery for the first time?

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