Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

by

Harriet Jacobs

Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl: Chapter 18 Quiz 6 questions

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What immediate consequence does Linda face after hiding in the swamp?
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She is bitten by a reptile, leading to an infection
She is rescued by a friend
She decides to surrender to the patrols
She comes down with hypothermia
What enables the formation of empathetic and respectful relationships between Black and White women, according to the narrative?
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The presence of a mutual enemy in Dr. Flint
White women's freedom to take risks
Black women's willingness to overlook past offenses
Black women's free status
According to Linda, what is a true expression of Christian womanhood?
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Supporting the societal norms of slavery
Adhering strictly to the teachings of the church
Performing brave deeds that oppose slavery
Maintaining a position of weakness and helplessness
What tactic does Dr. Flint use in an attempt to force Linda to return?
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He imprisons her family members in the city jail
He threatens to sell her children to a distant plantation
He offers her freedom in exchange for her return
He sends William to persuade her to come back
What does Ellen's reaction to the Flint household symbolize, according to Linda?
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Ellen's personal dislike for Mrs. Flint
The natural resilience of children under duress
The inherent immorality and corruption of the Flint household
The effectiveness of Linda's warnings about the Flints
Why does Betty have Linda hide under a trap door in the kitchen?
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As part of a planned escape route for Linda
Because Dr. Flint is visiting their house unexpectedly
In response to Dr. Flint's false claim of knowing Linda's location
To prepare for a potential raid by slave catchers