Narrator's Experiences and Impressions

The transcript narrates the life of a young slave on Colonel Lloyd's plantation, highlighting the hardships faced, such as hunger and cold. It describes the anticipation and joy of leaving for Baltimore, where the narrator hopes for a better life. The journey to Baltimore is detailed, along with the first impressions of the city. The new life in Baltimore brings opportunities and a sense of hope. The narrator reflects on the significance of this move as a step towards freedom and prosperity, viewing it as a divine intervention in their favor.

What were some of the tasks the narrator had to perform on Colonel Lloyd's plantation?

• Teaching other children

• Cooking meals

• Driving up cows and running errands

• Working in the fields

How did Master Daniel Lloyd treat the narrator?

• He was a protector and shared his cakes

• He was indifferent to him

• He often punished him

• He ignored him

What were the narrator's living conditions like on the plantation?

• He was well-fed and comfortable

• He lived in a luxurious house

• He had a warm bed and plenty of clothes

• He suffered from cold and had minimal clothing

How did the children eat their meals on the plantation?

• With spoons and forks

• Using oyster shells, shingles, or bare hands

• At a dining table

• With chopsticks

What was the narrator's reaction to the news of moving to Baltimore?

• He was angry and upset

• He was scared and anxious

• He was filled with joy and excitement

• He was indifferent

Why did the narrator feel no strong attachment to his home on the plantation?

• He had been separated from his family early on

• He enjoyed the work on the plantation

• He had a loving family there

• He had many friends there

What inspired the narrator's desire to see Baltimore?

• Stories from his cousin Tom

• A book he read

• A letter from a friend

• A dream he had

What was the narrator's impression of Annapolis during his journey?

• It was more imposing than the Great House Farm

• It was a large and bustling city

• It was a small and unimpressive town

• It was similar to his home on the plantation

How did the narrator feel upon meeting his new mistress in Baltimore?

• He was frightened

• He was filled with rapture and happiness

• He was disappointed

• He was indifferent

What does the narrator believe about his move to Baltimore?

• It was a manifestation of divine providence

• It was a random event

• It was a mistake

• It was a punishment