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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Mary Prince.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Prince's history begins, she mentions that she was born in which country?
(a) Puerto Rico.
(b) Antigua.
(c) Bahamas.
(d) Bermuda.

2. After attending the Moravian church, Prince meets the man who will be her husband. What is his name?
(a) Henry.
(b) Ben.
(c) Harry.
(d) Daniel.

3. Prince is forced to take on more chores after the death of another slave; how many cows must Prince milk each morning before sunrise?
(a) 4.
(b) 25.
(c) 7.
(d) 11.

4. According to the Supplement to Prince's narrative, what is the name of the solicitor who agrees to take Prince's case to court?
(a) Stephen.
(b) Young.
(c) Pringle.
(d) Taylor.

5. When taken to the town of Tinmah, Vassa relates that the people there use small white shells as currency. For how many shells is Vassa sold?
(a) 172.
(b) 87.
(c) 10.
(d) 119.

Short Answer Questions

1. In his discussion of slave conditions in Barbados, how much does Vassa say is the penalty for killing a slave there?

2. According to the Mary Prince preface, who first suggested the writing of her history?

3. During her time in Bermuda, Prince reports that Mr. D-------- frequently abuses not only his slaves but also which of the following relatives?

4. What does Vassa buy during his time in St. Kitts?

5. The Woods' are very angry with Prince over her marriage, but will not sell her. How many other slaves does Mrs. Woods sell while Prince is with her?

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