Nightjohn Ch 1-3

Front

The story is told from the point of view of _______________-.

Back

Sarny

Front

Why do some people on the plantation think Sarny is dumb?

Back

She is quiet and was born backwards.

Front

How does Sarny find out that NightJohn is coming?

Back

Sarny overheard the house women talking about NightJohn.

Front

How did Sarny kill the bugs on the Rose bushes?

Back

She spit tobacco juice on them.

Front

How much did Waller pay for NightJohn? Options: $100, $50, Over $1,000, Over $2,000

Back

Over $1,000

Front

What did Mammy pray for? Options: To be free, Waller's death, To be reunited with her family, To have relief from her pains and aches

Back

To be free

Front

Mammy keeps track of the children's ages with sticks. Why does Waller care how old they are?

Back

He wants to know when they will be ready for field work.

Front

Margaret Waller is Clel Waller's wife. Why is she upset that Clel spent so much on a new field hand (Nightjohn)?

Back

She wanted to buy new dresses.

Front

Waller brought Nightjohn in "bad". He was naked, shackled and had to run. Why did Waller bring Nightjohn in like this?

Back

Waller wanted to set an example for the other slaves, wanted Nightjohn to know he was in charge, and enjoyed treating the slaves poorly.

Front

Most slave owners would not purchase a slave with visible whip marks or scars. Why?

Back

Scars show that the slave does not listen.