Incidents in the life of a slave girl
- How does Jacobs describe her family and social life. Who were the most important members of her family? Who were her closest friends and acquaintances among her fellow slaves?
- How does Jacobs describe her relations with her white owners. In particular, discuss her problems with Mr. Flint. Why does she imply that slavery was harder for female slaves than for male slaves?
- Discuss the most important ways that Jacobs attempts to deal with Mr. Flint and his demands. What strategies did she use? What actions did she take?
- What role did Nat Turnerâs rebellion and the Fugitive Slave Law play in Jacobsâ account of her life? How did she personally experience these events? Why did they disturb her?
- After reading Incidents, what do you believe were the most troubling aspects of being a slave?
- What was the most important thing you learned about slavery that you did not know previously? What did you think of the book? Would you recommend it? Why?