Harriet Tubman Quiz

What is the main theme of the first five chapters of "Harriet Tubman" by Anne Petry?

• The importance of education

• The adventures of Harriet Tubman

• The early life and struggles of Harriet Tubman

• The economic impact of slavery

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How does Harriet's family influence her views on slavery?

• They encourage her to accept her life as it is.

• They teach her the value of hard work.

• They share stories of Africa and freedom.

• They plan their escape together.

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What role does religion play in Harriet's life according to the first five chapters?

• It is a source of fear.

• It is a source of comfort and guidance.

• It is irrelevant to her.

• It is a tool used by slave owners to control slaves.

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How does the author, Anne Petry, portray the setting of Harriet Tubman's early life?

• As peaceful and idyllic

• As harsh and unforgiving

• As wealthy and prosperous

• As urban and crowded

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What does Harriet's early life tell us about the conditions of slavery during her time?

• Slavery was becoming less common.

• Slaves were often well-treated by their owners.

• The conditions of slavery were brutal and dehumanizing.

• Slavery was not as widespread as believed.

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What literary devices does Anne Petry use to convey the experiences of Harriet Tubman in the first five chapters?

• Similes and metaphors

• Flashbacks and foreshadowing

• Personification and hyperbole

• All of the above

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What impact did the Underground Railroad have on Canada?

• It led to strained relations between Canada and the United States.

• Canada became a primary destination for many escaping slaves seeking freedom.

• It had little impact as few slaves made it to Canada.

• Canada passed laws to extradite escaped slaves back to the United States.

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Who was Edward Brodas?

• The Master to Negro slaves

• The Overseer

• The Slave Trader

• Harriet's Father

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Who is Old Rit?

• Harriets Father

• The old man

• Harriets Mother

• Harriets Aunt

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Who was Denmark Vesey

• Slave Trader

• Harriets Father

• The Master

• Free Negro

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