36 Questions
In the context of the given text, what is a metaphor?
A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two things that are essentially different
Based on the given text, which technique does Frederick Douglass primarily use to describe a series of related events?
Narration
How does a metaphor differ from a simile?
A simile uses the words like, as, or resembles, while a metaphor does not
What is the purpose of using descriptive language in writing?
To help readers imagine events and emotions
Which literary device is used in the phrase 'The moon was a ghostly galleon'?
Metaphor
What effect does using metaphors have on writing?
Helps readers understand complex ideas by comparing them to simpler things
What did Douglass do for the first time in his life at line 45?
He defied his master's orders
Why does Douglass ignore Covey’s calls and threats (lines 54-60)?
He was determined to prove his defiance
Why didn’t Douglass bleed to death?
He managed to stop the bleeding himself
What does Douglass mean when he says his appearance would move anyone but someone with a 'heart of iron' (line 71)?
His appearance reflected determination and defiance
Why did Mr. Thomas choose to send Douglass back?
To avoid losing a valuable worker
Who is Sandy Jenkins. What does he give Douglass to help him prevent any future beatings by Mr. Covey?
An old advisor who gives Douglass a root believed to have protective powers
Why does Douglass come to believe in the superstition that the root has the power to protect him from beatings?
He was desperate for any hope of protection from abuse
What did Sandy Jenkins advise the narrator to do in order to avoid being whipped by Mr. Covey?
Return to Mr. Covey's and carry a certain root on the right side
What was the narrator's initial reaction to Sandy's advice about carrying the root?
Rejected the idea, thinking it would have no such effect
What was Mr. Covey's surprising conduct when he met the narrator on Sunday morning?
Spoke to the narrator kindly and passed on towards the church
What happened on Monday morning that led to a confrontation between the narrator and Mr. Covey?
The narrator resisted when Mr. Covey tried to tie him up
What was the effect of the narrator's unexpected resistance on Mr. Covey?
Mr. Covey seemed taken aback and trembled like a leaf
How did Hughes react when the narrator kicked him close under the ribs?
He left the scene in pain
What was Bill's response when Mr. Covey called upon him for assistance during the confrontation?
He refused to assist in whipping the narrator
What motivated Mr. Covey to try and tie up the narrator in the stable?
He planned to overpower and beat the narrator
What was Bill's rationale for refusing to assist Mr. Covey during the confrontation?
He was hired out to work, not help whip others
What was Mr. Covey's reaction after confronting the narrator for nearly two hours?
He stated that if he had not resisted, he would not have whipped him so much
What was significant about the way Mr. Covey treated the narrator after their confrontation?
He occasionally stated that he didn’t want to get hold of the narrator again
What is the main event that leads to the change in Mr. Covey's course towards the speaker?
The speaker's illness and inability to continue working
What was the speaker's primary reason for wanting to go to his master after being mistreated by Mr. Covey?
To enter a complaint and seek protection
What does the speaker reveal about Mr. Covey's reaction when he sought protection from his master?
Mr. Covey was unconcerned and did not take any action
What physical condition did the speaker experience after breaking down while working in the fields?
Violent aching of the head and extreme dizziness
What action did Mr. Covey take when the speaker was unable to continue working?
He gave the speaker a savage kick and told him to get up
How far did the speaker have to walk in order to reach his master's store after leaving Mr. Covey's place?
Seven miles
What was the speaker's appearance when he arrived at his master's store seeking protection?
Covered with blood, with clotted hair, and a stiff shirt
What was Mr. Covey doing when the speaker attempted to escape?
Looking in an opposite direction
What did Mr. Covey threaten when he discovered the speaker attempting to escape?
To harm the speaker if he did not come back
How did the speaker feel when he made up his mind to let Mr. Covey do his worst?
Resigned and determined
What was Mr. Covey doing while the slaves were fanning wheat?
At the house, about one hundred yards from where they were fanning wheat
What work were Bill Smith, William Hughes, Eli, and the speaker engaged in on one of the hottest days of August?
Fanning wheat
Test your knowledge about the 'Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass' with this quiz. This passage is taken from the autobiography of Frederick Douglass, an African American social reformer, abolitionist, orator, writer, and statesman.
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