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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is the name Virgil given to George and Matilda's son?

2. What does Kizzy learn will keep her new master busy for several days, thereby saving her from being raped again for that length of time?

3. What does Bell say she discovered about the slaves if their master dies without a wife?

4. What does George learn he must do in order to retain his status as a free man?

5. What is the name of the white man who is appointed overseer by Master Murray?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Describe Kunta's life as a baby. How does that compare to his life as an adult slave? How is his life as an adult different in America from what it would be in Africa?

Essay Topic 2

Describe Kunta's trip to America.

Essay Topic 3

What is the immediate reaction of Tom and the family when they learn that of the Emancipation Proclamation? How does it change over time, and what is the end result?

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