A Narrative of the Life and Adventures of Venture, A Native

Why did the captors treat Venture’s father especially violently?

• He fought against them more than any of the other captors.

• He had money that the captors wanted.

• He tried to free his son and the female captives.

According to the reading, how old was Venture when he was enslaved?

According to the person writing the introduction, what kind of education did Venture receive?

• He learned to read and write.

• He received no education.

• He received an excellent education.

Read the underlined text, where Venture explains what he wants to achieve with his narrative.

What feelings does he want the reader to feel? Check all of the boxes that apply.

• happiness and joy

• shame and indignation

• opposition to slavery

This passage tells of Venture’s...

• capture and enslavement.

• victory in battle

• robbery of his father

What happened when Venture’s father refused to turn over his money? Check all of the boxes that apply.

• He was tortured.

• He was enslaved.

• He was killed.

How old was Venture when he performed the tasks in chapter 2 of the text?

• 4

• 9

• 15

How did Venture win his owner’s confidence?

• by carding wool

• by working out of doors

• by being faithful and honest

What was Venture’s reward for being submissive and obedient?

• Less Work

• Money

• Harder Work

• Punishment

Why did Smith refuse to follow his owner’s son’s orders?

• because he thought the son was being too bossy

• because he had already been ordered by his master to do some work

• because he was tired from doing too much work