Nightjohn

Why was Waller (the plantation owner) not pleased when he discovered that the baby was a girl?

What happened to Sarny's mother?

Why did Outlaw need a pass to leave the plantation?

Who was Sarny given the responsibility to care for?

Who had the responsibility of disciplining Sarny when she dropped the tray?

• Waller

• Waller's Wife

• Deely

How did Waller know John was a troublemaker?

What did John earn with his "full day's work"?

• Seeds for planting

• His clothes

• A meal

What does John have that "nobody can take away"?

• The ability to read

• Tobacco

• His clothes

What was Outlaw's punishment for getting caught off the plantation?

• He was given a stern warning.

• He was whipped by Waller's son

• Waller whipped Outlaw himself.

What secret is Sarney keeping from Waller?

• Waller's wife is having an affair with the doctor.

• The slaves are plotting a rebellion.