Uncle Tom's Cabin - Chapter 1 Quiz

Why does Mr. Shelby refuse to sell Eliza?

Question Answer Choices Eliza is too young to be sold. She is too valuable to the plantation. His wife is attached to her. He promised Eliza her freedom.

What does Haley want to add to the sale along with Uncle Tom?

Question Answer Choices More enslaved individuals. Additional livestock. Various household goods. More land for the plantation.

Who is the slave trader interested in buying Uncle Tom?

Question Answer Choices Haley Mr. St. Clare Mr. Legree Mr. Shelby

How does Eliza react when she overhears Mr. Shelby talking about selling Harry?

Question Answer Choices She immediately runs away with Harry. She decides to hide Harry in the plantation. She angrily confronts Mr. Shelby. She becomes distraught and shares her fears with Mrs. Shelby.

Who is Little Harry's mother?

Question Answer Choices Aunt Chloe Ophelia Mrs. Shelby Eliza

What does Little Harry do that amuses Mr. Shelby and Haley?

Question Answer Choices He sings and dances. He recites poetry. He tells jokes. He performs magic tricks.

What does Mr. Shelby praise about Uncle Tom?

Question Answer Choices His cooking abilities and musical talent. His hardworking nature and religious beliefs. His physical strength and combat skills. His storytelling skills and sense of humor.

Why does Mr. Shelby consider selling Uncle Tom?

Question Answer Choices He believes Uncle Tom is too old to work effectively. He wants to punish Uncle Tom for disobedience. He is in dire financial straits and hopes the sale will repay his debt. He wants to buy more land for his plantation.

Who is Eliza a servant to?

Question Answer Choices Mrs. Shelby Mr. Shelby Mr. Haley Aunt Chloe

How is Mrs. Shelby depicted in the scene?

Question Answer Choices As a harsh and strict taskmaster. As an intelligent and moral high-class woman. As an indifferent and uncaring person. As a naive and gullible woman.