Not My Bones/Fortunes Bones

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What does the phrase 'once he dies, he is not his body' imply in 'Not My Bones'?

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It suggests a belief in the separation of the soul from the physical body after death.

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Why is it significant that the author explains what happened to Fortune's body after his death?

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It highlights the dehumanization of enslaved people and the lack of respect for their humanity by slave owners.

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What organizational pattern is primarily used in 'Fortune's Bones'?

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Chronological organization, which presents events in the order they occurred.

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What does the 'Problem and solution' organizational pattern indicate in 'Fortune's Bones'?

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It shows how the author presents a problem related to Fortune's treatment and offers a resolution or insight.

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What is a paraphrase of the lines 'Our bodies are temporary, but our soul lives on after death'?

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It conveys the idea that while our physical form is fleeting, our essence or spirit endures.

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What does the term 'dehumanization' mean in the context of slavery?

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It refers to the process of depriving a person or group of positive human qualities, treating them as less than human.

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What is the significance of the word 'molecules' in 'Not My Bones'?

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It emphasizes the idea that after death, the physical body breaks down into basic elements, suggesting a return to nature.

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How does the author use chronological organization in 'Fortune's Bones'?

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By detailing events in the order they happened, the author helps the reader understand the timeline of Fortune's life and death.

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What does the phrase 'the body is sacred once death occurs' suggest?

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It implies a belief in the sanctity of the body and the respect it deserves even after life has ended.

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What is the main theme of 'Not My Bones'?

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The theme revolves around the relationship between the physical body and the soul, particularly in the context of death.