Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl

by

Harriet Jacobs

Test your knowledge of Chapter 20. Submit your answers to see your results and get feedback.
What action does Dr. Flint take regarding Uncle Phillip?
1 of 4
He offers him a job
He has him arrested for allegedly helping Linda
He apologizes to him for a misunderstanding
He gives him a reward for information about Linda
What does the narrative suggest about the effects of slavery on relationships among enslaved people?
2 of 4
It fosters a strong sense of community and mutual support
It fosters competition and rivalry
It encourages enslaved people to collaborate on escape plans
It can lead to situations where slaves might turn against each other
What is the significance of Linda's time in the swamp that Peter rows her to?
3 of 4
It represents a brief moment of safety and comfort for her
It symbolizes the beginning of an easy journey towards freedom
It foreshadows the prolonged struggle she will face before finding freedom
It highlights her reconciliation with Dr. Flint
What action does Peter take after Linda spends another day in the swamp?
4 of 4
He leaves her there to fend for herself
He decides that she must go home because the environment is too rough
He arranges for her immediate escape to the North
He brings her more supplies to stay longer in the swamp