Kindred the Fall

What has happened to Rufus which calls Dana back this chapter?

• Rufus fall off a bridge and breaks his neck

• Rufus falls out of a tree and breaks his leg

• Rufus trips and falls

• Rufus falls in love

Why does Dana get whipped by Tom Weylin in The Fall?

• Dana insulted him.

• Dana stole cookies from his kitchen and was eating them with Nigel.

• Dana stole books from his library and was teaching Nigel how To read and write

• Dana called him a liar and pushed him.

What is different about Dana's trip to the past in the Fall?

What does Kevin use to help Rufus believe Kevin and Dana come from the future?

• A phone

• A coin

• A Tv

• A Letter

How does the relationship between Dana and Kevin evolve throughout "Kindred"?

• They grow apart due to their differing experiences and perspectives.

• They maintain a stable relationship unaffected by their circumstances.

• They become closer and more understanding of each other's struggles.

• Their relationship is not focused on in the novel.

At this stage in the novel (i.e. in this chapter), which of the following does Dana believe? Check all that apply.

• Tom Weylin has had children with some of his slaves.

• Dana can't survive in the past without Kevin.

• Margaret is a well-educated woman.

• White masters' children had almost equal status to black slaves.

How do the other slaves feel about Alice?

• They are suspicious of her since she has spent so long with Rufus, they assume she must like him.

• They feel terribly for her, especially since she is forced to be Rufus' companion.

• The admire her strong work ethic around the house.

• They view her as a close friend, and their bonds have only strengthened over time.

According to Luke, why does Tom already not like Dana? Check all that apply.

• She insulted his wife

• She is educated

• She talks to the other slaves about freedom

• She is from New York State, a free-state

Who is Margaret?

• Dana's coworker

• Tom's assistant

• A slave

• Rufus' mother

Why is this section titled “The Fall”?

• Dana falls from the sky when she is transported.

• It takes place during the fall season, after Tom Weylin is killed.

• Rufus is pushed out of his bedroom window by Nigel.

• Rufus falls out of a tree and breaks his leg.