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Chapter 7 Quiz
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What does Douglass's experience at the valuation of Captain Anthonys's property demonstrate about slavery?
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It shows how enslaved people are highly valued in society
It illustrates the degradation of enslaved people and the corruption of enslavers
It shows that some enslavers are compassionate toward enslaved people
It highlights how society forces enslavers to do things they don't want to do
What are the enslaved people concerned about during the division of Captain Anthony's property?
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They worry about being separated from their families
They fear being taken by Anthony's son
They are upset by their lack of control over the future
All of the above
Why does Douglass feel more anxious than his fellow slaves during the evaluation?
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He has been able to stay with his family thus far and is afraid of losing them
He wants to return to Colonel Lloyd's plantation but is unsure if he will be allowed to
He knows what it is like to be treated kindly and fears losing that treatment
He fears that he will not be able to continue his education under a new enslaver
What does Douglass's grandmother's experience reveal about the nature of slavery?
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It shows that slavery breaks down the reciprocity that should govern human interactions
It highlights the strong bonds that can form between enslaved people and their enslavers
It demonstrates that enslaved people can still find happiness despite their circumstances
It shows that older enslaved people are often treated with more respect than the young
Why does Douglass regret not attempting to escape before being transferred to Master Thomas?
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He fears that Thomas will be crueler than Hugh
It is easier to escape from the city than from the country
He will miss his friendship with Sophia Auld
He believes he will be unable to learn as much in the country
