Frederick Douglass Chapters 5-6

Front

Who protected Douglass from the older slave boys on the plantation?

Back

Master Daniel

Front

What did Mrs. Auld teach Douglass?

Back

His ABC's

Front

In the beginning, Frederick liked his new mistress.

Back

True

Front

What are the names of Douglass' new masters?

Back

Mr. & Mrs. Auld

Front

As a child on Captain Anthony's plantation, Frederick was most affected by being both hungry and cold.

Back

True

Front

What was the significance of learning to read for Douglass?

Back

It empowered him and opened his mind to the idea of freedom.

Front

How did Douglass feel about slavery as he grew older?

Back

He became increasingly aware of its injustices and sought freedom.

Front

What role did education play in Douglass's life?

Back

Education was a key factor in his journey to freedom and self-empowerment.

Front

What was the impact of Mrs. Auld's initial kindness towards Douglass?

Back

It motivated him to learn, but her later cruelty highlighted the corrupting power of slavery.

Front

What does Douglass's experience with the Aulds reveal about the complexities of slave-master relationships?

Back

It shows that relationships could be both kind and cruel, influenced by the institution of slavery.