Ain't I A Woman? speech Sojourner Truth (1797-1883)

What is the tone of the selection?

• A) inspirational

• B) regretful

• C) surprising

• D) suspenseful

What argument is the speaker supporting by saying ‘Look at my arm’?

• A) She has marks on her arm from beatings.

• B) Women are delicate creatures.

• C) She is as strong as a man.

• D) Some scars never heal.

The comment in the final sentence shows the writer’s

• A) humble gratitude.

• B) fear and anxiety.

• C) humor and sarcasm.

• D) negative attitude.

In what way can the reader tell that this author has had a limited education?

• A) the shortness of the selection

• B) the use of non-standard grammar

• C) the use of incorrect punctuation

• D) the use of many misspelled words

The selection indicates that the author was

• A) quiet and shy.

• B) mean and selfish.

• C) strong and willful.

• D) helplessly old fashioned.