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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After leaving Mr. D------, Mr. Wood purchases Prince for what sum?
(a) $225.
(b) $300.
(c) $75.
(d) $150

2. 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) 87.
(b) 119.
(c) 10.
(d) 172.

3. For what price is Prince sold in order to finance her master's wedding?
(a) 24 pounds.
(b) 57 pounds.
(c) 75 pounds.
(d) 150 pounds

4. After describing the working conditions under Mr. D----, Prince mentions that he also owns a lame slave. What is the slave's name?
(a) William.
(b) James.
(c) Ben.
(d) Daniel.

5. In his discussion of slave conditions in Barbados, how much does Vassa say is the penalty for killing a slave there?
(a) 15 pounds.
(b) 8 pounds.
(c) 0 pounds.
(d) 25 pounds.

Short Answer Questions

1. After running away and being returned by her father, how many years does Prince spend in Mr. I-------'s household?

2. Which of the following fruits does Vassa NOT plant on his visit to the Bahamas?

3. What is the name of the second family for whom Prince works after leaving the Woods family?

4. Prince is forced to take on more chores after the death of another slave; how many cows must Prince milk each morning before sunrise?

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

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