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The American Tradition in Literature, Volume 1 Book Cover
The American Tradition in Literature, Volume 1, 10/e
George Perkins, Eastern Michigan University
Barbara Perkins, University of Toledo-Toledo


Essay Questions



Analysis Essay Quiz



1

Identify methods of control owners employed in maintaining order among their slaves.
2

Characterize the different relationships Olaudah experienced with various owners.

Evaluation Essay Quiz



3

Why must a slave narrative be judged apart from other types of narratives or autobiographies?
4

Aside from the fact that Olaudah Equiano learned and mastered English, what else makes his narrative so remarkable?

Interpretation Essay Quiz



5

What part did fear play in Olaudah's socialization in an Anglo society?
6

What kindnesses did some whites extend to Olaudah? For what reasons?