Chains Chp 1-2 Assessment

Front

What does Isabel do at the graveyard to try to connect with her mother?

Back

Isabel picks violets and places an offering at her mother's grave, and she tries to call to her mother's ghost for help.

Front

What is the relationship between Isabel, Ruth, and Miss Mary Finch?

Back

Isabel and Ruth are servants (slaves) in Miss Mary Finch’s household; Miss Mary Finch is their owner and guardian.

Front

What happens to Isabel and Ruth after Miss Mary Finch’s death?

Back

After Miss Mary Finch's death, Isabel and Ruth are to return to Mr. Robert Finch, who claims ownership of them, and they face uncertainty about their future.

Front

Who is the narrator of the story?

Back

Isabel is the narrator of the story.

Front

What is Isabel’s relationship to Miss Mary Finch?

Back

Isabel is a servant/slave in Miss Mary Finch's household.

Front

What does the act of picking violets symbolize for Isabel?

Back

It symbolizes her longing for connection and remembrance of her mother.

Front

How does Isabel's status as a slave affect her actions and decisions?

Back

Isabel's status as a slave limits her freedom and choices, influencing her desperate attempts to connect with her past.

Front

What themes are explored in the relationship between Isabel and Ruth?

Back

Themes of family, loyalty, and the struggles of enslaved individuals are explored in their relationship.

Front

What does the graveyard represent for Isabel?

Back

The graveyard represents a place of memory, loss, and a connection to her mother.

Front

How does Miss Mary Finch's death impact Isabel and Ruth's lives?

Back

Miss Mary Finch's death leads to uncertainty and a change in ownership, affecting their future.