The Life of Olaudah Equiano
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Olaudah Equiano (Gustavus Vassa)
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Introduction
Intro
Plot Summary
Plot
Summary & Analysis
Dedication
Preface
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10
Chapter 11
Chapter 12
Themes
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Culture, Education, and “Civilizing”
Freedom and Slavery
Conversion, Providence, and God’s Will
Commerce and Trade
Selfhood
Quotes
Characters
All Characters
Olaudah Equiano (Gustavus Vassa)
Michael Henry Pascal
Symbols
All Symbols
The Bible
Certificate of Good Behavior
Lit Devices
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Allegory
Allusions
Dramatic Irony
Ethos
Foreshadowing
Genre
Imagery
Irony
Logos
Metaphors
Mood
Motifs
Pathos
Personification
Setting
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Situational Irony
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Upon returning to London after his near brush with death in Greenland, what does Equiano do?
1 of 10
He immediately goes to Africa
He joins a Jewish temple
He explores various religious institutions
He continues serving Dr. Irving
What does Equiano's experience trying to help John Annis illustrate about his status?
2 of 10
Equiano has complete legal power to protect his friends
Equiano's ability to help his friends is limited by inequality and racism
Equiano is respected equally by all races
Equiano isn't as dedicated to virtue as he previously thought
As Equiano experiences spiritual uncertainty and suffering in Turkey, what is his primary source of comfort?
3 of 10
Conversing with old sailors
Attending feasts at the chapel
His visions at night
Reading the Bible
What realization does Equiano come to about Christianity through his experience in Turkey?
4 of 10
He is relieved to see that Christianity itself isn't as misguided as British practice might suggest
He decides that Christianity is fundamentally flawed
He believes that the majesty of English churches is the true essence of Christianity
He concludes that Christian fellowship is not as important as individual belief
What change does Equiano make in his life after returning from Turkey?
5 of 10
He decides to indulge more in card playing and joking
He chooses to continue his lifestyle without any changes
He vows to stop playing cards and engaging in empty joking and swearing
He plans to return to Turkey for further spiritual growth
What is the central dilemma Equiano faces regarding Christian commandments and predestination?
6 of 10
He is unsure if acting righteously makes a difference if one is predestined for heaven or hell
He believes that keeping all commandments is the only way to be holy
He is confident that his actions on earth have no impact on his afterlife
He thinks that only following the commandments can assure him a place in heaven
What does the idea of predestination do to Equiano's way of moving through the world during this period?
7 of 10
It makes him confident that he is destined for heaven and eternal peace
It makes him feel trapped by the idea that his actions don't matter
It makes him entertain the idea of joining the crew in their sinful behavior
It makes him indifferent to the consequences of his actions
What significant experience does Equiano have while reading the Bible one evening?
8 of 10
He concludes that living a good life is sufficient for salvation
He tries to find rational arguments to better understand his faith
He decides to abandon his faith due to his doubts
He has a vision of Jesus on the cross and feels reborn
How does Equiano feel about his environment on the ship after his conversion experience?
9 of 10
He wants to be in London where people might better understand him
He feels comfortable and understood among the crew
He believes that his story is widely accepted and respected on the ship
He feels no need for understanding or companionship
How does Equiano view his life after his pivotal religious experience?
10 of 10
As a trajectory from darkness into light
As a quest for the Christian identity he has now found
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Both A and B
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