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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Middle of August 1822.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Bankhead try to force Harriet to do?
(a) Run away.
(b) Kiss him.
(c) Ask Jefferson to sell her to Bankhead.
(d) Marry him.

2. Though he wants to marry Harriet, what would Thruston rather see her do?
(a) Take her freedom.
(b) Run away.
(c) Marry Davie.
(d) Remain single.

3. What office does Randolph hold?
(a) None.
(b) President of the United States.
(c) Governor of Virginia.
(d) Senator.

4. What reason is Harriet given for the possibility of being sold after Jefferson's death if she doesn't accept her freedom?
(a) Martha doesn't like her.
(b) Jefferson is in debt.
(c) She is worth a lot of money because she is light skinned.
(d) She has no skills.

5. What did Harriet want to ask God when she was a small child?
(a) If there were there any black angels.
(b) Why she wasn't free.
(c) Why her siblings had died.
(d) Why he made animals in so many shapes, sizes, and colors.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Randolph, what would it be like for Harriet to live as a free black woman?

2. In April 1820, what does Sally want Harriet to do for Randolph?

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

4. Where does Harriet meet Beverly before he leaves?

5. After they argue about the dangers to Harriet in The Middle of May 1820, what does Harriet tell Thruston to do?

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