Exploring the Life and Times of Nellie Madison

What was the main contrast between Nellie Madison's side of the house and James and Dolly's side?

• The size of the rooms

• The type of furniture and decor

• The color of the walls

• The number of windows

What did Margaret Baird Smith note about the contrast in the house?

• The difference in lighting

• The exhibition of customs from different centuries

• The number of rooms

• The variety of plants

How did Nellie Madison's dining habits differ from James and Dolly's?

• She skipped breakfast

• She had a late dinner

• She had a midday meal as the main meal

• She ate only once a day

What did Mara Cutts note about visitors' experiences with Nellie Madison?

• They were not allowed to see her

• They found it a privilege to meet her

• They were only interested in James and Dolly

• They were often disappointed

What did visitors find remarkable about Nellie Madison in her old age?

• Her ability to dance

• Her respectable and tranquil demeanor

• Her collection of rare books

• Her love for modern technology

What did Mary Randolph find notable about Nellie Madison?

• Her irritability

• Her dislike for visitors

• Her respectable and tranquil nature

• Her love for music

What surprised Judith Reeves about Nellie Madison during her visit?

• Nellie's collection of paintings

• Nellie's dislike for visitors

• Nellie's preference for solitude

• Nellie's enjoyment of fresh air despite the cold

Who was Sawney in relation to Nellie Madison?

• A member of the enslaved community serving her

• A visiting dignitary

• Her personal physician

• Her brother

What was Ben Stewart's memory of Nellie Madison?

• She gave him a special gift

• She kept a bowl of candy for enslaved children

• She taught him to read

• She ignored him completely

What was the purpose of the horehound candy Nellie Madison kept?

• To reward enslaved children for good behavior

• To sell to visitors

• To use as decoration

• To give to her family members