History
What do the slave natives contrast with?
These narratives contrast America’s ideals of freedom with the realities of racism and oppression.
Where was he born?
What was he born into?
He was born in Cordova, Maryland were he was born into a slavery plantation
She was born to her mother in slavery, but who was she willed to?
She was willed to Mary Matilda.
Is a good use of imagery in the first strategy academic or general?
Academic
What was the climax?
Jacobs finally decides to stand up against Dr. Flint, showing her strength and dignity. This marks one of the first moments of rebellion in Jacobs and shows that we can trust she will continue to fight for freedom in the future.
Slave narratives formed the foundation of African American literature, influencing major works
What family was he sent to work as a house slave for?
The Auld family
Who did she have kids with?
Her neighbor, Samuel Sayer.
Name one literary technique does Jacob used?
irony, symbolism, and foreshadowing
What is the resolution?
Not an ending, like a transition for the rest of her life, as she continues to fight for freedom. Her childhood experiences sets the foundation for her decisions later on
What is a common structure or pattern in the slave narratives?
They follow a common structure from suffering under slavery, a crisis leading to escape, and eventually freedom
What did Mrs. Alud Douglass teach him?
Mrs. Auld Douglass taught him how to read and write.
How many years was she forced to hide in her grandmother's attic for?
Seven years
How does she accomplish giving her readers a personal source.
She shares her first-hand experiences as a resource of how slavery can affect someone and give the reader a deep understanding.
What is the exposition?
Harriet describes her childhood as relatively happy and she is under the care of her grandmother. This period gives a sense of innocence and security.
What was one of the main audiences the slave narratives targeted?
Slave narratives engaged white audiences, often including prefaces or letters from white supporters for credibility.
What year did he escape?
Who gave him the money to escape?
In 1838 Douglass escaped to the North with financial support from Anna Murray.
What year was Harriet finally freed?
1853
What does academic accomplish in the third strategy?
The emotion appeal
What is the rising action?
Jacob’s mom dies and she begins to live with her mothers mistress, who eventually passes away as well. Her new caretaker, Dr. Flint, treats her horribly with different levels of harassment
Did they document economic, social, and racial realities before or after the Civil war? (hint: it's a trick question)
Both before and after the Civil War.
What year did he publish his Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass?
1845
What was he book called?
What year was it published?
Her book “Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl” was published in 1861.
Why does she try and touch the audience's emotions?
She wants the readers to feel upset about it and take action to end the injustice.
What is the falling action?
Jacobs continues to be harassed by Dr. Flint through psychological torment, threats, etc. but she stays strong in resisting against him.