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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What circumstances prevent Ellen from going to live with Linda?

2. Who continues to go out of his way to help Linda and her companion when they reach Philadelphia?

3. On what mode of transportation does Linda continue her journey to New York?

4. Why is Linda overwhelmed by the big city sights and sounds?

5. Who is Linda mad at for allowing themselves to be treated as second-class citizens?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Linda's reaction to Dr. Flint's death differ from her grandmother's reaction?

2. Why is the brief letter written by George Lowther included in the appendix? How does it differ from Mrs. Post's and Mrs. Child's statements?

3. Using the text to support your answer, describe Benny's first reaction to the North.

4. Using details from the text, describe the plan Peter has for Linda's escape.

5. To what lengths does Mrs. Bruce go to keep Linda employed?

6. Once arriving in Philadelphia, Linda has to face the reality that being free in the North still has its downside. What incidents cause Linda to accept this truth?

7. Describe in detail the letter that Emily Flint sends to Linda.

8. While walking on the street, Linda runs into an old friend from her hometown. His name is Luke and he's had a particularly hard life as a slave. What are some of the hardships Luke has to endure?

9. Using details from the text, describe why Fanny does not pity Linda.

10. Describe in detail the similarities and differences between Steventon and slavery.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Define irony and list 5-10 examples of irony from the text.

Essay Topic 2

A common theme throughout the text was Linda's fear. She had several fears, such as avoiding Dr. Flint's sexual advances. What are some of Linda's other fears throughout her life?

Essay Topic 3

Linda is distraught when her Aunt Nancy suddenly dies. Linda claims that her Aunt Nancy was 'slowly murdered' from overwork and neglect. What are some of the effects of overwork and neglect on the body that were discussed in class?

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