Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

by

Harriet Jacobs

Test your knowledge of Chapter 13. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What is the primary reason given by local slaveholders for having enslaved people attend religious services after the rebellion?
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To convert them to Christianity
To teach them about the Bible
To keep them from murdering their masters
To make them better workers
Which of the following does Linda suggest about the practice of Christianity?
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It is a religion that is best practiced in solitude
Christianity demonstrates the inherent flaws within all religious teachings
It can be genuinely followed or manipulated to fit personal agendas
Christianity is less about the teachings presented and more about the way they are put into practice
What reaction does the constable, who is also the Methodist service leader, have to the grieving mother's story?
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He tries not to laugh and attributes the sale of her daughter to God's will
He expresses deep sympathy and offers comfort
He condemns the sale of her daughter and calls for abolition
He ignores her grief and continues with the service
What is Linda's perspective on reforming the system of slavery through individual efforts within the system?
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She believes it is the most effective way to bring about change
She sees it as possible but requiring significant time and patience
She argues that it’s impossible due to overwhelming social hostility
She thinks reform is only likely to happen when there is overwhelming social momentum
What significant action does the kinder pastor take that causes discontent among the White parishioners?
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He advocates for the abolition of slavery in his sermons
He holds meetings specifically for the Black community, treating them as equals
He publicly criticizes the treatment of slaves by the community
He joins a different denomination in solidarity with the slaves
What does Linda suggest about the normalization of slavery in Southern society, and how does she propose to counter it?
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She uses the framework of civilized vs. uncivilized to question the morality of slavery and empower people of color
She believes that slavery is a benign tradition and encourages its wide acceptance
To counteract slavery's degrading effects on society, Linda recommends that Southerners expose themselves to a wider variety of cultures and adapt to their norms
Linda advises against discussing slavery at all to avoid confrontation
How does Dr. Flint exemplify the divide between "Christianity and religion" in the South according to Linda?
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By being an example of moral integrity both in his religious piety and personal behavior
By using his religious participation to improve his social standing rather than out of genuine faith, while still persecuting slaves
By both donating to the church and encouraging Linda to join purely out of religious conviction
By criticizing the church's stance on slavery and advocating for abolition
How does Dr. Flint react to Linda's assertion about living like a Christian according to the Bible?
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He supports her desire and encourages her to find strength through her faith
He becomes enraged, denying her the right to express her wants and her interpretation of the Bible
He is indifferent, believing that Linda's views on Christianity are inconsequential
He agrees with Linda, seeing an opportunity for them to reconcile and find common ground through religion