Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl Short Question Test Answer Key

Short Answer Key

Preface by the Author and Introduction by the Editor | Chapter 1, Childhood

1. Why is the author hesitant to write her book?

She is self-conscious about her lack of formal education.

2. What is the author's purpose for writing this book?

She hopes to help change the destiny of the millions of women who still live in slavery.

3. What is the author's alias used in the story?

Linda Brent.

4. What part of Linda's life is unusually happy for a slave?

Her childhood.

5. At what age does Linda first discover that she is a slave?

Six years old.

6. How are Aunt Marthy and Linda related?

Aunt Marthy is Linda's grandmother.

Chapter 2, The New Master and Mistress | Chapter 3, The Slave's New Year's Day

1. Who finds it difficult to adjust to life in bondage in Chapter 2?

William.

2. Who exposes Linda to...
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