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What does Linda mean when she says “cruelty is contagious in uncivilized communities”?
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That the behavior of one cruel person can influence others to act similarly
That people in such communities are naturally cruel
That kindness and compassion are common in these communities
That uncivilized communities are immune to acts of cruelty
What is an implied reason for highlighting the spread of slavery's ills?
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To encourage people in the North to adopt similar practices
To warn that the effects of slavery might spread to the North
To showcase the resilience of enslaved people
To illustrate the benefits of a unified country
How is the female slaveholder's contravention of feminine roles perceived by Linda?
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As an admirable quality of leadership and strength
As an insignificant detail in the broader context of slavery
As a necessary adaptation to her circumstances
As reprehensible and something Linda avoids emulating
What punishment does James's master inflict after his failed escape attempt?
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He locks him inside a cotton gin where his movement is severely restricted
He fines him a significant amount of money
He sends him to work in harsher conditions without food or water
He publicly humiliates him in front of the other slaves
Which of the following does Linda argue regarding the impact of slavery on marriages?
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Slavery enhances the bond between husband and wife
Slavery is a moral imperative to maintain societal standards
Slavery corrupts marriages, and abolition is necessary to preserve the institution of marriage
Slavery has no significant impact on the quality of marriages
What does Linda say about the impact of slavery on enslaved girls, regardless of their upbringing?
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They are always treated with kindness and respect
They eventually succumb to the corrupt atmosphere created by their masters
They can resist their masters with strong personal principles
Enslaved girls generally fare better than their male counterparts
What does Linda suggest about the impact of slavery on White women's societal roles?
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It empowers them to stand up against the injustices of slavery
It prevents them from fulfilling their roles as wives and mothers peacefully
It encourages them to become more involved in the business aspects of slavery
It has no significant impact on their societal roles
How does slavery affect White families, according to Linda?
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It strengthens their moral integrity and happiness
It has a negligible impact on their daily lives
It is a curse that destroys their happiness and moral integrity
It increases their wealth and social status without negative consequences
