Elijah of Buxton

What are two reasons that the author attributes to the success of the town of Buxton.

• wealth and violence

• freedom and discrimination

• appreciation of freedom and set of strict rules.

• slave owners and slaves

Why do you think Elijah spent so much time thinking what he should write for Mrs. Holton's sign?

• It was very important for him to get a better job.

• It was very important for him because it would show off his skills.

• It was very important because it meant alot to Mrs. Holton and he did not want to let her down.

• Mr. Leroy had promised him a good amount of money.

What did Mrs. Holton offer Elijah for his service?

• a shiny gold coin

• a wooden box

• a dollar

• a nickel

Why did Elijah not want to take what Mrs. Holton offered him?

• His parents would be upset if he took her money.

• He did not think he deserved it because he had done a bad job.

• He knew that he deserved much more than what she was giving.

• Mrs. Holton had promised him something else.

What promise did Mr. Leroy make to Mrs. Holton for her payment?

• He told her that he could bring her husband back.

• He promised to work her land for the rest of his life.

• He promised that every slave would be free.

• He promised that he would give Elijah a job.

What is the main theme of 'Elijah of Buxton'?

• Freedom and perseverance

• Wealth and power

• Love and betrayal

• War and peace

Who is the author of 'Elijah of Buxton'?

• Christopher Paul Curtis

• J.K. Rowling

• Mark Twain

• Harper Lee

In 'Elijah of Buxton', what is Elijah's most notable characteristic?

• Bravery

• Cunning

• Compassion

• Greed

What historical event is central to the story of 'Elijah of Buxton'?

• The American Revolution

• The Civil War

• The Underground Railroad

• The Gold Rush

Which literary device is frequently used in 'Elijah of Buxton'?

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Irony

• Simile