Frederick Douglass Ch 7 & 8

Front

What did Douglass learn at Durgin and Bailey's ship-yard?

Back

He learned letters.

Front

Fill in the blank: 'The more I _ the more I was led to abhor and detest my enslavers.'

Back

read

Front

What was the purpose of Douglass being sent for after Captain Anthony's death?

Back

To be counted with all of the other possessions of the captain.

Front

What happened to Douglass's grandmother after Captain Anthony’s death?

Back

She was turned out into the forest to live (or die) on her own.

Front

At the end of Chapter 8, what was Douglass revived again to do?

Back

Run away.

Front

Define the term 'abolitionist'.

Back

A person who advocates for the ending of slavery.

Front

What is the significance of literacy in Douglass's life?

Back

Literacy empowered Douglass to understand his condition and seek freedom.

Front

Explain the concept of 'dehumanization' in the context of slavery.

Back

Dehumanization refers to the process of depriving a person or group of positive human qualities, often used to justify slavery.

Front

What role did Captain Anthony play in Douglass's life?

Back

Captain Anthony was Douglass's master and a symbol of the oppressive system of slavery.

Front

What does Douglass mean by 'the path to freedom'?

Back

The journey and struggle one must undertake to achieve personal and social liberation from slavery.