Beloved Chapters 13-18 Flashcards

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What does Paul D begin to question that bothers him?

Was he only a man at Sweet Home because Mr. Garner said that he was?

When did Paul D realize what a slave 'really' is?

When the schoolteacher came.

How does Paul D counter his logic towards the schoolteacher's treatment of him?

He realizes power comes from recognizing the schoolteacher is wrong.

What does Paul D decide to do to lessen his worries?

Tell Sethe the truth. Signup and view all the answers

How does Beloved steal the show from Paul D?

Beloved shows up with a shawl for Sethe, and Sethe puts it around her. Signup and view all the answers

What does Sethe say to Paul D in bed?

She talks about why she cannot have more children. Signup and view all the answers

What conversation do Beloved and Denver have while Sethe and Paul D are upstairs?

Beloved begs Denver to drive Paul D away. Signup and view all the answers

What does Beloved do after Denver reveals how Sethe likes having Paul D around?

She pulls one of her teeth out. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baby Suggs do when Denver and Sethe make it to 124?

She starts to celebrate. Signup and view all the answers

What happens at Baby Suggs' party?

There is an excess of food that angers people. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baby Suggs smell in the air?

Scent of disapproval. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baby Suggs start to think about as she wonders what bad thing is coming to her?

Her seven children. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Garners call Baby Suggs?

Jenny. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Baby Suggs let Halle buy her freedom?

Because it mattered so much to him. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Mr. Garner take Baby Suggs after she is freed?

To the Bodwins, a white abolitionist family. Signup and view all the answers

What conversation do Mr. Garner and Baby Suggs have as they drive?

She asks him why they called her Jenny. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Baby Suggs initially suggest she could work?

The slaughterhouse. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baby Suggs ask the Bodwins about?

Churches in the area. Signup and view all the answers

What happens in Chapter 16?

Schoolteacher shows up at the house with a slave catcher. Signup and view all the answers

Why can every black man have a job in Chapter 17?

It's hog season. Signup and view all the answers

What does Paul D say about the news clipping?

The lady in it doesn't have Sethe's mouth. Signup and view all the answers

What does Paul D know about when black people are in the news?

Something really bad happened. Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't they know about the four horsemen coming to town?

Everyone was at their party. Signup and view all the answers

What does Stamp Paid do instead of telling Paul D the details?

He reads him the article. Signup and view all the answers

What does Stamp Paid begin to do because of Paul D?

He begins to doubt the validity of the story. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Paul D's Identity Crisis

Paul D questions his identity as a man, feeling his status was given by Mr. Garner at Sweet Home.
His realization of being a slave intensifies when he recognizes that societal perception changes outside the plantation.

Power Dynamics and Relationships

Confrontation with schoolteacher highlights the loss of power and identity for Black men when leaving Sweet Home.
Paul D grapples with his inability to reject Beloved, battling his notions of masculinity and self-worth.

Paul D and Sethe's Relationship

He tries to lessen stress by confiding in Sethe but humorously shifts the conversation to wanting children instead.
Beloved's presence complicates Paul D and Sethe's bond, leading to moments of jealousy and competition for affection.

Beloved's Influence

Beloved seeks Denver's help to remove Paul D, indicating a desire for exclusivity with Sethe.
Her emotional turmoil manifests physically when she pulls out her tooth, fearing the loss of connection with Sethe.

Baby Suggs and Community responses

Baby Suggs celebrates Denver and Sethe's return to 124, hosting a feast with excessive food to bring the community together.
Disapproval from the community emerges during the celebration, showcasing underlying tensions related to pride and status.

Foreboding Feelings

Baby Suggs senses impending doom while focusing on her children, reflecting her worries about family safety and stability.
The scent of disapproval she detects symbolizes community judgment and foreshadows trouble.

Baby Suggs' Path to Freedom

Baby Suggs begins to perceive freedom’s value after Halle purchases her from slavery, leading to evolving thoughts about her new life.
She transitions to living with the Bodwins, where she finds work while maintaining her independence.

Discovery of Identity

Baby Suggs confronts the identity imposed on her by the Garners, longing for recognition of her true name and heritage.
Suggesting work at the slaughterhouse indicates her desperation and determination to contribute post-freedom.

The Aftermath of Sethe's Trauma

A pivotal narrative moment occurs when schoolteacher returns, revealing the traumatic events that lead to the death of Sethe's daughter and the family's harrowing escape from slavery.
The violent act represents the depths of Sethe's desperation to protect her children from a life of enslavement.

The hog season provides job opportunities for Black men, reflecting economic conditions for the community.
Paul D's encounter with a news clipping reveals oppressive realities typical for Black individuals in society.

Community Miscommunication

The festivities distract the community from the looming threat, illustrating how ignorance can lead to dire consequences.
Stamp Paid’s decision to read the news rather than summarize it reflects his deep concern for Paul D but also highlights the emotional gravity of their situation.

Doubts Emerge

Paul D’s certainty about the news clipping challenges Stamp Paid's understanding of the community's struggles, showcasing conflicting perspectives on justice and reality.

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Explore key concepts and themes from Chapters 13 to 18 of Toni Morrison's 'Beloved'. This quiz uses flashcards to delve into Paul D's realizations about identity and humanity as a slave. Test your understanding of the material and its implications on literature and history.