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How does the narrative describe Linda's perception of dignity and respectability in contrast to Dr. Flint's?
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Linda agrees with Dr. Flint that a relationship with him would elevate her social status and offer her a respectable life
Linda believes that obeying Dr. Flint and maintaining a relationship with Mr. Sands are equally respectable options
Linda sees a coercive relationship with Dr. Flint as the ultimate indignity, contrasting with his view that her obedience to him would be respectable
Linda and Dr. Flint share the same views on what constitutes a respectable life for her, aligning with societal norms
What is Dr. Flint's reaction to Linda's second pregnancy, and what does it signify about his control over her?
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Dr. Flint is supportive, seeing the pregnancy as an opportunity to improve Linda's life
Dr. Flint becomes enraged and retaliates by cutting off her hair, showing his desire to punish and control Linda
Dr. Flint is indifferent to Linda's pregnancy, focusing instead on improving the conditions for all his enslaved people
Dr. Flint encourages Linda to leave, seeing her pregnancy as a chance for her to start a new life
How does the narrative depict the impact of slavery on motherhood through Linda's experience?
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It suggests that motherhood is unaffected by slavery, offering women a respected and fulfilling role
It shows that motherhood within slavery can be fulfilling and respected, despite the unique challenges
It indicates that slaves have ample opportunity to protect and provide for their children, ensuring their safety and well-being
It highlights how slavery devalues and punishes motherhood, with Linda's inability to protect her daughter and vulnerability to abuse
Why does Grandmother insist on having Linda's children christened, despite the potential opposition from Dr. Flint?
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Because she wants to defy Dr. Flint's authority at every opportunity
To fulfill religious norms and provide a sense of normalcy and dignity for the children, despite the constraints of slavery
She misguidedly believes that the christening will legally free the children from slavery
Grandmother is indifferent to Dr. Flint's potential reaction and simply wants to follow a family tradition
What do Linda's actions and reflections regarding her children's christening and heritage imply about the nature of enslaved families' genealogies?
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They suggest that slave families' genealogies are straightforward and well-documented, with clear patrilineal lines
Linda believes that the genealogies of slave families are irrelevant to their current circumstances and future prospects
They indicate that many slave families didn't bother to trace or record their genealogies
Linda's reflections hint at the complex and often painful genealogies of slave families, shaped by sexual abuse and coercion
