View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Gustavus Vassa.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What nickname does Vassa earn after his master dies on board the ship?
(a) Freeman.
(b) Sable.
(c) Captain.
(d) Mate.

2. Soon after he is kidnapped, Vassa is threatened with a beating for accidentally killing which of the following animals?
(a) Goat.
(b) Chicken.
(c) Horse.
(d) Rabbit.

3. When discussing his relationship with Mr. G, Vassa mentions that he enjoyed correspondence with Mr. G until the man died in which year?
(a) 1814.
(b) 1784.
(c) 1704.
(d) 1822.

4. After deciding to become a missionary, Vassa appeals to the Bishop of which city for the job?
(a) Paris.
(b) Rome.
(c) Plymouth.
(d) London.

5. In Chapter 11, where does Dr. Irving tell Vassa he wishes to start a plantation?
(a) Jamaica.
(b) Puerto Rico.
(c) Bahamas.
(d) Antigua.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Chapter 4 opens, Vassa says it's been how long since he was first brought to England?

2. How long do Vassa and his crew mates spend in New Providence on their visit?

3. What is the name of the ship Vassa's master purchases to travel to Philadelphia?

4. What is the name of the slave owner with whom Vassa has trouble after purchasing his freedom?

5. Vassa argues toward the end of his narrative that Africa will produce opportunities in all BUT WHICH of the following areas?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 210 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample