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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through April 1820, That Same Day.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is making clothes for Harriet in preparation for her freedom?
(a) Jefferson's tailor.
(b) Mammy Ursula.
(c) Sally.
(d) Martha.

2. How has Randolph always behaved toward Harriet?
(a) He belittles her.
(b) He completely ignores her.
(c) He is polite and kind to her.
(d) He flirts with her.

3. What is Thruston's job at Monticello?
(a) Gardener.
(b) Field hand.
(c) Cook.
(d) Butler.

4. When Harriet was a small child, what did she ask her mother to ask God to do if he came while she was out?
(a) Bless her family.
(b) Give her a puppy.
(c) Make her free.
(d) Wait.

5. Why does Jefferson give Harriet a journal?
(a) So she can improve her writing.
(b) Because it's her birthday.
(c) He doesn't give her a journal.
(d) So he can include information about her in his autobiography.

Short Answer Questions

1. What event could create a difficult future for Harriet, according to Randolph in April 1820?

2. In April 1820, what is Jefferson's reaction when Harriet swears she didn't look at his stuff?

3. How much time passes before Harriet has a chance to write in her journal for the first time?

4. What office does Randolph hold?

5. Who goes to collect Sally's boys at the beginning of the book when they are playing more than they are working?

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