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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In whose home does Harriet hide in town?

2. Why does Mrs. Norcom want Aunt Betty to be buried in the white cemetery?

3. Where does Dr. Norcom periodically to search for Harriet?

4. How old is Harriet's daughter in 1835?

5. How is Harriet dressed when she leaves Widow Blount's house?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does John escape from slavery, and what does a neighbor say to Gran to comfort her regarding his absence?

2. Why are John, Harriet's children and her Aunt Betty arrested, and who eventually buys them?

3. What is the reason Harriet comes out of her hiding place after several years?

4. Who is Harriet's Uncle Joseph?

5. What does Harriet see that lets her know that Dr. Norcom is still searching for her?

6. What choice does Harriet make regarding Dr. Norcom's proposition?

7. Why is Harriet moved from Mrs. Blount's house, and where does she go?

8. Where does John tell Gran he is going a year after his escape?

9. Why do Harriet's children remain with her grandmother when she goes to Auburn?

10. What does Harriet write to Uncle Joseph about Dr. Norcom's proposition to her?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

"Letters From a Slave Girl" is a classic example of historical fiction. What does that classification entail? Why does this book fit into this category?

Essay Topic 2

Mary E. Lyons is a master at dramatic devices. Choose an example of symbolism, metaphor, and irony, and briefly describe them and identify the technique which they embody.

Essay Topic 3

Describe Samuel Sawyer. What is his role in the story? What was the author trying to accomplish by developing Samuel Sawyer's character in the novel?

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