Plot
What musical instrument does Northup play?
The violin
Who is the central character?
Solomon Northup
I will not fall into despair! I will keep myself hardy until freedom is opportune!
Northup
What kind of plantations does Solomon work at?
Cotton fields and sugar canes plantations
How is Northup transported to the plantation?
By steamboat
Who helps Solomon to get a letter to his family?
Bass
It is a fact - it is a plain fact that what is true and right is true and right for all. White and black alike.
Bass
How many kids does Solomon have?
2
How does Solomon get free?
Writes a letter
What is Solomon's slave name?
Platt
A man is free to do as he pleases with his property
Epps
What does Solomon write on his violin?
The name of his wife and children
Why is Solomon forced to move from the first plantation?
Solomon fights back against an overseer
What is the name of Solomon's wife?
Anne
My sympathies extend the length of a coin.
Freeman
How does Solomon react when he gets free and sees his family?
He cries
How is Solomon captured as a slave?
Solomon is invited to tour as a musician
Who is Solomon's friend who is sad when he gets free?
Patsy
So you settle into your role as Platt then?
Eliza
How many years was Solomon Norhup captured?
12 years