The Life of Olaudah Equiano

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Olaudah Equiano

The Life of Olaudah Equiano: Chapter 6 Quiz 17 questions

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What aspect of Equiano's character is enslavement unable to suppress?
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His capacity for logical thinking
His ability to think creatively
His sense of curiosity and wonder
His sense of humor
What is the initial outcome of Equiano's relationship with Captain Thomas Farmer?
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Equiano is allowed to leave the harbor with Farmer's ship
Equiano is promoted to a higher rank on Farmer's ship
Farmer sells Equiano to another shipowner
Equiano manages to escape while working for Farmer
How does Equiano start his venture into commerce?
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By borrowing a large sum of money
By buying a tumbler and selling it for profit
By investing in the slave trade
By partnering with a white merchant
What does Equiano's experience in Santa Cruz reveal about the challenges he faces in commerce?
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He faces no significant challenges due to his skill in trade
He experiences more scrutiny than other merchants
He struggles with language barriers and cultural differences
He faces systematized inequality and a lack of trust due to his race
Why does Captain Farmer lend money to Equiano at St. Kitt's?
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To invest in a new business venture
To buy a Bible
To pay for his passage to another destination
To purchase supplies for the ship
What is Equiano's mindset regarding his freedom during this period?
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He believes it is unattainable and gives up hope
He is determined to achieve it through any means necessary
He is conflicted between accepting his fate and striving for freedom
None of the above
Why does Equiano want to go to Philadelphia?
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It is known for its commercial opportunities
He has family waiting for him in Philadelphia
He is hoping to find better employment there
He wants to join the abolitionist movement
What realization does Equiano come to regarding the lives of free Black people?
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Their living conditions can sometimes be worse than those of enslaved people
They are secure in their freedom and face no threats
They are often more prosperous and respected than poor white people
They are usually welcomed into mainstream society
Why does Equiano decide to learn about navigation?
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To become a captain of his own ship
To teach others on the ship
As a strategic move to improve his chances escaping
Out of pure interest in the subject
What decision does Equiano make when presented with an opportunity to sail to Europe?
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He leaves his enslaver to join the merchant ship
He decides to plot his revenge against his enslaver
He negotiates with the merchant ship for a better position
None of the above
What role does religion play in Equiano's life during his difficult circumstances?
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It is a source of conflict and confusion
It provides him with guidance and a way to persist
It has no significant impact on his decisions
It leads him to question his own beliefs and values
What is King's initial concern when preparing for the voyage to Philadelphia?
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That Equiano will not work hard enough
That Equiano will not be able to handle the work
That Equiano will cause trouble on the ship
That Equiano is planning to run away in Philadelphia
What does Equiano do upon arriving in Philadelphia?
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He successfully sells his goods and makes money
He immediately looks for ways to escape
He struggles to sell his goods
He focuses solely on learning more about navigation
What happens to Equiano in Georgia?
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He is sold to a new enslaver
He is overworked and nearly dies of a fever
He attempts to escape but is caught
He is promoted to a higher position on the ship
What can be said about Equiano's business dealings?
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They are tragically ironic because his financial success depends on the use of slave ships
They are morally impermissible because they lead him to actively participate in the slave trade
They are unremarkable because he doesn't make enough money to buy his own freedom
They are unique because nobody else has thought to sell the wares he peddles
What happened to Equiano in Georgia with Dr. Perkins?
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He was unfairly accused of a crime and arrested
He was beaten by Dr. Perkins until he was nearly dead
He was offered a job by Dr. Perkins
He successfully negotiated a business deal with Dr. Perkins
Who nurses Equiano back to health after his ordeal in Georgia?
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Farmer
Dr. Perkins
The jail authorities
A group of fellow enslaved people