Incidents in the Life of a Slave Girl - Discussion Questions chapters XXV-XXX
Section 5: chapters XXV - XXX How does chapter 26 illustrate the dilemma facing a slave who wanted dreamed of freedom? Does it suggest the correct solution to this dilemma? Many slaveowners see themselves as "nice slaveowners", thinking that as long as they treat their slaves right and free them eventually their hands are clean. Chapter 26 is a nice illustration of how this is a deluded notion. Linda's brother sees freedom as something that can't be bargained for and can't wait. He leaves when he can no matter how nice his slaveowner is, who believes that his slave will return in good time. The struggle for freedom and dignity is a conquering force in the human psyche. Chapter 26 very clearly states that slaves have no obligations to their "masters" in matters of freedom, no matter how kind or how sadistic that slaveowner may be. Comment on the effect of this quote from chapter 27: “I had no trust in thee, O Slavery!” Chapter 27 outlines, among other ...