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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year does Vassa arrive in Plymouth?
(a) 1777.
(b) 1764.
(c) 1815.
(d) 1800.

2. In Chapter 6, Vassa's master says he will give him his freedom for what price?
(a) 6 pounds.
(b) 25 pounds.
(c) 100 pounds.
(d) 40 pounds.

3. Which of the following ladies does NOT teach at the Moravian church Prince visits during her time with the Woods family?
(a) Mrs. Curtin.
(b) Mrs. Sauter.
(c) Mrs. Richter.
(d) Mrs. Olufsen.

4. When discussing the plight of slaves in Barbados, Vassa says the average life expectancy for a slave there is how long?
(a) 8 months.
(b) 12 months.
(c) 16 years.
(d) 45 years.

5. When Prince is sold to pay for her master's wedding, which of the following children is most unhappy to see her go?
(a) Daniel.
(b) William.
(c) James.
(d) Fanny.

6. While waiting for the slave auction to begin, Prince notes that the remarks from white people fell on her heart like what?
(a) Salt.
(b) Acid.
(c) Alcohol.
(d) Cayenne.

7. As Chapter 2 begins, Vassa says that he was kidnapped at what age?
(a) 5.
(b) 11.
(c) 9.
(d) 16.

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

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

10. During her time in Bermuda, Prince reports that Mr. D-------- frequently abuses not only his slaves but also which of the following relatives?
(a) Mother.
(b) Wife.
(c) Daughter.
(d) Sister.

11. Which of the following chores does Prince find horribly painful during her time in England with the Woods family?
(a) Cooking.
(b) Laundry.
(c) Farm duties.
(d) House cleaning.

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

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

14. As a free man, Vassa accepts 7 pounds to accompany which captain to London?
(a) Captain Black.
(b) Captain Moore.
(c) Captain Hamer.
(d) Captain Grey.

15. Which of the following instruments does Vassa learn to play during his spare time as a free man?
(a) Tuba.
(b) Clarinet.
(c) French Horn.
(d) Violin.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. For what price is Prince sold in order to finance her master's wedding?

3. When the farm owner dies, Prince is bought by Captain Darrel and then given to his granddaughter. What is his granddaughter's name?

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

5. By what name is Vassa called during his time on board the "Industrious Bee" trading ship?

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