Elizabeth Keckley and Historical Events Flashcard

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What do memoirs typically share?

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Events and experiences.

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What was Elizabeth Keckley’s profession?

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Sewing.

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What does the word 'solemn' mean?

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Very serious.

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What did Elizabeth Keckley do after hearing about the President's assassination?

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She woke Mr. and Mrs. Lewis and went to the White House.

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What emotion is expressed by the phrase, 'I felt as if the blood had been frozen in my veins'?

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Fear.

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What is a memoir?

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A memoir is a historical account or biography written from personal knowledge.

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Who was Elizabeth Keckley?

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Elizabeth Keckley was a former enslaved woman who became a successful seamstress and author.

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What significant event did Elizabeth Keckley witness?

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The assassination of President Abraham Lincoln.

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What is the importance of personal experiences in memoirs?

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They provide insight into the author's life and the historical context.

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How can emotions be conveyed in writing?

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Through descriptive language and personal reflections.