Old Rit taught Harriet the words of that song that the salves were forbidden to sing because of Denmark Vesey. Why was the song sung so quiet that it is “Almost whispered” in paragraph 14? Would the slaves get in trouble for singing?

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We're slaves not allowed to sing religious songs?

Asked by Elise5 on 28 Mar 06:34

Last updated by Jill W on 28 Mar 13:54