Wolf by the Ears Short Essay - Answer Key

Ann Rinaldi
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 120 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.

Wolf by the Ears Short Essay - Answer Key

Ann Rinaldi
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 120 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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1. At the beginning of the book, how is it shown that Jefferson is a private man?

The reader learns that Jefferson is a private man because Harriet is 19-years-old and has only been allowed in Jefferson's bedroom twice before.

2. What happens in December 1819 that shows Harriet is more important than the other slaves?

Harriet is shown to be more important than the other slaves when she gives Burwell, Jefferson's body servant, an order and he obeys her.

3. How does the author hint in the December 1819 section that Sally has a special relationship with Jefferson?

The author hints that Sally's relationship with Jefferson is special when Sally wraps a shawl around Jefferson's shoulders, which is an intimate gesture.

4. Why is it unusual that Harriet, a slave, is allowed to use Jefferson's library?

It's unusual for Jefferson to allow Harriet to use his library because most slave owners did not educate their slaves.

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