People and Terms
This person paid for freedom, was assisted by others, refused to run away illegally, and actively sought freedom.
Elizabeth Keckley
As soon as it was known that I was the modiste of Mrs. Lincoln, parties crowded around and affected friendship for me, hoping to induce me to betray the secrets of the domestic circle.
What does the word "Affected," mean in this sentence?
to assume artificially or for effect.
Which two of the following factors are most important in determining whether or not a biography writer is a credible source of information?
The writer conducts extensive research and only uses facts
This person secretly escaped to the North, was assisted by others, was afraid of being found, and actively sought freedom.
Frederick Douglass
The people knew nothing of the secret history of her [Mary Todd Lincoln’s] transactions, therefore they judged her by what was thrown to the surface. For an act may be wrong judged purely by itself, but when the motive that prompted the act is understood, it is construed differently.
Summarize this excerpt.
If people knew MTL they would not judge her so harshly.
What is the Main Idea?
What the excerpt is about
Was nicknamed her "Satanic Majesty" for how she spent money in the White house...
Mrs. Lincoln
Think about the first video we watched about MTL where they talk about her feeling lonely all her life.
Which best describes the Author's tone?
A) Sympathetic B) Angry C) Happy
Sympathetic
How do you write a good claim?
Restate the question and answer the question with your opinion/ how you feel
What is E. Keckley's job in the white house?
A Modiste
What is an advantage of reading Behind the Scenes to look at Mary Todd Lincolns life than watching the videos in class.
E. Keckley actually knew her personally
Who is Ms. Woods' favorite character in Behind the Scenes?
Honest Abe
(Abraham Lincoln)
What does Emancipation mean?
To be freed or released
Summarize Keckley's point of view about Mary Todd Lincoln
MTL has her faults but she's not a bad person
When is Jarvis' Birthday?
March 19th