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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Pages 61 - 122).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Mr. Emerson react when Darlene tells him she has not had the abortion?
(a) He has no reaction at all.
(b) He becomes very sad.
(c) He is sympathetic.
(d) He becomes enraged.

2. What do the Vai women prepare for the visitors to eat in Part II?
(a) Rice and chicken.
(b) Bread.
(c) Greens.
(d) Beef and potatoes.

3. When do the rest of the slaves on the plantation become aware of June Dey's strength?
(a) When he tries to save Henrietta.
(b) When he saves the child who fell into the well.
(c) When he jumps into the river.
(d) When he tries to save Darlene.

4. What does Charlotte give to the slave who is brought to her shack when they first meet?
(a) Chocolate.
(b) Flowers.
(c) Water.
(d) Clothes.

5. What color is Gbessa's hair, which is unusual for girls in her village?
(a) Green.
(b) Blue.
(c) Red.
(d) Black.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do Nanni and Callum name their son?

2. Who died the day Darlene was supposed to have an abortion?

3. Where is Gbessa taken for her exile?

4. Who is especially hurt by Mistress Emerson's abrupt selling of slaves to a neighboring plantation?

5. Who does Charlotte think is particularly unkind to her?

(see the answer key)

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