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What does Dr. Flint's reaction to the attempt to buy Linda's freedom reveal about his view on slavery?
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He sees it as a temporary condition that can be easily changed
He is open to discussions about freeing enslaved people under certain conditions
He thinks that slavery can be negotiated if the price is right
He believes it to be a natural or divinely ordained institution immune to human intervention
What action does Benny take when Linda responds sharply to Dr. Flint?
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He hides behind Linda
He verbally defends his mother
He throws his arms around his mother as if to protect her
He attacks Dr. Flint
What does Grandmother's intervention in the conflict between Linda and Dr. Flint suggest about Dr. Flint's personal life?
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His obsessive behavior towards Linda is negatively affecting his family life
He has a strong, healthy relationship with his own family
He is generally respected in his community
His actions are justified by his status in society
How does Grandmother respond to Dr. Flint's accusations that she "sanction[s]" Linda's extramarital relationship?
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By agreeing with his point of view
By accusing Linda of causing trouble
By advising him to reflect on his actions and cleanse his soul
By asking Linda to leave her house
How does Dr. Flint's offer of "freedom" to Linda illustrate his perception of her?
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As an independent person capable of making her own decisions
As someone whose freedom can be granted or taken away by him
As someone he can easily manipulate
As an equal partner in negotiating her future
What dilemma does Dr. Flint present to Linda?
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Accept his offer of so-called freedom or face harsher conditions on the plantation
Decide whether to stay with her family or live alone
Choose between freedom and imprisonment
Negotiate for her children's freedom or her own
Which of the following motivates Linda's decision to escape?
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The desire to avoid working in the fields
The opportunity to gain real freedom for herself
The need to protect and possibly free her children
The fear of being sold away from her family
What is the outcome of Grandmother's attempt to negotiate with Dr. Flint for Linda's freedom?
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Dr. Flint agrees to consider the offer
Dr. Flint accepts the offer under certain conditions
Dr. Flint refuses and insists Linda must go to the plantation
Dr. Flint offers a compromise that would keep Linda closer to her family
