Kindred: Prologue, The River, The Fire, The Fall

Which of the following best describes the primary reason Dana travels through time in Kindred?

In Kindred, how does the dynamic between Dana and Rufus evolve throughout the novel?

What is one of the most significant ways Kevin changes as a result of his extended time in the 19th century with Dana in Kindred?

Which of the following best describes the importance of literacy in Kindred, particularly as it relates to Rufus?

In Kindred, how does Dana use her knowledge of the future to try to influence the past, and what are the consequences?

What does Sarah's statement, "Don't matter what ought to be. Matters what is," reveal about her survival strategy in Kindred?

Why is Dana disturbed by how easily she and Kevin “acclimatize” to life in the 1800s in Kindred?

What is the significance of Dana's arm getting stuck in the wall at the end of Kindred?

In Kindred, how does Alice's character serve as a commentary on the psychological impact of slavery?

How does Octavia Butler use the science fiction element of time travel in Kindred to explore deeper themes?

What does Dana's act of saving Tom Weylin, despite her hatred for him, primarily highlight about her character?

How does the contrast between Dana and Kevin's reactions to life in the 1800s emphasize a central theme?

Why might Dana choose to keep her journal entries in shorthand during her time on the Weylin plantation?

What is the significance of the differing reactions of Dana and her relatives to her marriage with Kevin?

What does Rufus's act of selling Sam Jones reveal about his character and the institution of slavery?

Why is Dana so disturbed by the fact that Rufus seems to equate Alice with her?

How does the detail of Dana being called back to Rufus on July 4th contribute to the story's themes?

What is the most likely reason Alice continues to plan escape, even with her children, and insists Rufus will never free any slaves?

What is the most likely reason that Tom Weylin gave Nigel gifts to commemorate the birth of his son, Jude?

Why is hitting Dana 'a mistake' for Rufus towards the end of the book?

In Kindred, Dana initially interprets Rufus's act of setting the draperies on fire as primarily driven by:

What does Luke's advice to Nigel—"Might have to take a whippin' for it later on, but if you want it bad enough, the whippin' won't matter much"—suggest about his understanding of resistance?

When Dana reflects that Tom Weylin was not a monster but "an ordinary man who sometimes did the monstrous things his society said were legal and proper," she is primarily illustrating:

What is the most significant implication of Dana's realization that the Weylin house has started to feel like home?

Why might Butler include the detail of Kevin forgetting how to operate household items upon his return?

Dana observes that the slaves both like and despise Rufus. What does this contradictory attitude most likely reflect?

What does Dana's realization—that her feelings toward Rufus mirror those of the slaves—primarily suggest?

What does Luke intending for Nigel to say 'yes, sir', but then do what he wants, suggest about effective resistance to slavery?

What does Weylin selling slales for profit or on a whim highlight about enslavers?

Why can Dana be interpreted to have 'warped her judgment beyond repair' for feeling sympathy for Weylin?

What does Dana's prioritization of Rufus's needs over her own when she saves him from drowning primarily reveal about her character in Kindred?

How does Dana's attitude toward reading and books contrast with the restrictions placed upon slaves in Kindred?

Dana's squeamishness and inability to initially defend herself against a white patroller trying to rape her primarily highlights what theme?

How does Dana's evolving character—from squeamish to aggressive when facing threats—reflect her adaptation to the antebellum South?

What does Dana's pride in trying to conceal her fear from Kevin when he is leaving from the library most likely suggest about her character?

Why is Dana's awareness that Kevin's presence as a white man offers her protection from some abuse both a benefit and a source of internal conflict?

Dana's efforts to blend into the 1800s environment, such as lowering her eyes respectfully, primarily demonstrate what aspect of her character?

Dana's long-term thinking, hoping to plant a few ideas in Rufus's mind, indicates that:

Dana's inexperience and shallow acknowledgement of the dangers associated with running away primarily highlight:

Dana's optimistic attitude towards black freedom in contrast to Sarah's fearful attitude shows:

Why does Dana begin to find the idea of a mental institution preferable to being enslaved?

What does Rufus's lack of guilt or remorse after burning down the stable primarily reveal about his character?

Rufus's habit of blaming his actions on his father while minimizing his own errors demonstrates:

What does Rufus's act of burning down a whole stable simply because he didn't get a horse he wanted primarily reveal about his character?

Rufus's protectiveness toward Dana by warning her about his father suggests

How does the description of Rufus beginning to act like his father foreshadow his future?

Rufus's manipulation of Margaret to prevent her from interrupting Dana primarily shows that:

Rufus trying to prevent Isaac from marrying Alice south by getting a judge mostly illustrates?

Rufus’ well intentions to keep Dana from being sold but manipulative threat suggests a displays part of

Rufus helping Alice in bed shows Rufus

In what ways is Dana and Rufus's caring nature twisted?

What best helps describe the power dynamic between Rufus and Alice?

When Dana cannot bring herself to harm Rufus even when it's to defend her shows

Ultimately a part of Rufus is jealous because:

Even though Rufus is merciless what still shines through?

Rufus heartlessly describing even more abuse that Dana is about to endure is best described as?

Though Rufus says he doesn't want whippings after Alice betrays him, him not seeing how he hurt her makes him:

Rufus lying to Dana about Kevin as described is primarily

Even though Thomas Weylin can be cruel, what is true about him?

How does Margaret's actions add?

As Tom has gotten older and weaker what is mostly true:

Alice's hatred and anger towards Dana comes when:

Dana's tiredness in this time makes her:

When Kevin finds it difficult to be back what that suggests:

What does Dana's act of teaching black children to read on the Weylin plantation, with Rufus's acknowledgement, primarily signify?

What is the most likely reason for the slaves' loss of trust in Rufus, as indicated by Sarah's doubt about Rufus carrying out his promises?

How does the novel's portrayal of Rufus's internal conflict between wanting Dana to stay and not wanting her to get hurt enhance the complexity of his character?

What does Dana's observation that Kevin has become hardened by his time in the past primarily suggest about the impact of slavery?

Dana's decision to prioritize informing Kevin about the dangers of his presence in the past, even at the risk of her own safety, primarily illustrates:

How does Dana's adaptability to the 1800s contrast with her initial squeamishness and moral reservations?

How does Dana's cautiousness in not wanting Kevin to see her cleaning up after getting beaten demonstrate her character?

Dana's hope to "plant a few ideas" in Rufus's mind that would help both her and the people who would become his slaves in the years to come, suggests:

What does Dana's initial belief that she can easily escape from Maryland if necessary primarily reveal about her character at that point in the story?

Dana's attitude of wanting to see the runaways who “make it”, and are "living in freedom now", in contrast to Sarah's, highlights:

Dana preferring the idea of submitting herself to a mental institution, which represents her presence and mental illness, over continuing as a slave in Maryland highlights:

How does Rufus's act of burning down a stable after not getting a horse he wanted reveal about his character?

What does Rufus's protectiveness towards Dana, demonstrated by him "gripping" her arm and "whispering" a warning about his father, suggest about his character?

Rufus' action of 'opening a door a crack' when helping Dana escape his father elicits:

What does the description of Rufus as acting like his father illustrate?

Why does the text state, 'Dana's influence on him as a child would develop him into a person who valued respect'?

Rufus asking 'You shouldn't have asked Nigel about that' illustrates:

Saying "Listen, if you want me to get that letter to town soon, you put the map in the fire too" showcases:

Rufus's tone of indifference, stating "Oh, Nigel ran away" expresses:

The phrase "Blame me if you want to, but help her!" spoken by Rufus, demonstrates:

Rufus saying 'She never tells', grinning and speaking "She'll be back after 'while to bring me a piece of cake with fine white icing'" displays:

The statement "Got to where he wanted to be more friendly than I did' she said. 'He tried to get Judge Holman to sell Issac south to keep me from marrying him.' " illustrates:

The quote "He'd be dead if I'd spoken up" demonstrates:

The text states, "You sure Marse Rufe sent it?" to express:

The quote, " He'd tell me I was the only one he cared about. Then, next thing I knew, he'd say I was looking at some other man, and he'd go hitting. " foreshadows that:

When saying, "Someday, you're going to call me Rufe down here and Daddy is going to be standing right behind you" Rufus illustrates:

The quote " I wouldn't bother her. It would be like hurting a baby" demonstrates that:

When stating " I almost don't want her to remember" Rufus:

The quote 'He told me once that the two of you have been married for four years. That means he's been here away from you even longer than you've been together. I doubt if he'd have waited as long as he did if you weren't the only one who could get him back to his home time but now... who knows the right woman could make his time mighty sweet to him. ' illustrates:

The phrase "Maybe I can't ever have that—both wanting, both loving. But I'm not going to give up what I can have” illustrates:

The quote, "Will you lean back on me before you fall off!" said by Rufus reveals:

The following statement is said by Rufus: "You were lucky. Going to hit me with a stick, were you? And what else were you going to do?". This illustrates:

When Rufus says, "I wanted to keep you here," he whispered. “Kevin hates this place. He would have taken you up North, he illustrates:

Which of the following best characterizes the dynamic between Dana and Margaret Weylin?

What does Dana's evolving approach to Rufus primarily demonstrate about her character development throughout Kindred?

How does the contrast between Tom Weylin's outward fairness and his inherent cruelty primarily function in the novel?

What does Kevin's growing difficulty reintegrating into his own time best reveal about the long-term effects of trauma in Kindred?

Which of the following best describes the effect of Alice's trauma on her relationship with Dana?

Dana's initial squeamishness when faced with violence in Kindred most directly stems from:

Dana's growing ability to adapt and defend herself represents:

What does Dana's pride in hiding her fear from Kevin during dangerous situations mainly suggest about her?

Dana's awareness of Kevin's protective influence as a white man creates:

The fact that Dana lowers her eyes 'respectfully' shows?

Dana's long-term thinking, wishing to 'plant a few ideas' in Rufus's mind, serves primarily to:

What does Dana's belief that she could easily escape from Maryland likely reveal about her?

Dana wanting to see the success stories of runaways, in contrast to Sarah, mainly demonstrates her:

The content mentions Dana, 'wondered whether a little time in some sort of mental institution would be worse than several months of slavery', this primarily illustrates:

Rufus burning down the stable after not getting the horse he wanted primarily illustrates:

Rufus gripping Dana's arm and giving a whispered warning shows?

Rufus ‘opening a door a crack' to help Dana escape represents:

The text mentions that as Rufus grew, he started acting like his father, this primarily foreshadows:

The text mentions that Dana's influence as a child would influence Rufus, this suggests:

Why does Rufus telling Dana "You shouldn't have asked Nigel about that" primarily suggest about his character?

Rufus saying “Listen, if you want me to get that letter to town soon, you put the map in the fire too,” primarily indicates?

Rufus stating "Oh, Nigel ran away" exemplifies what?

Rufus said to Dana, "Blame me if you want to, but help her!" illustrates?

What does the quote "She never tells...She'll be back after 'while to bring me a piece of cake with fine white icing,'" show about Rufus' character?

The quote "Got to where he wanted to be more friendly than I did' she said. 'He tried to get Judge Holman to sell Issac south to keep me from marrying him,' " primarily implies:

The quote "He'd be dead if I'd spoken up" suggests primarily:

The quote, "You sure Marse Rufe sent it?" said by Sarah, expresses:

The quote, "He'd tell me I was the only one he cared about. Then, next thing I knew, he'd say I was looking at some other man, and he'd go hitting." :

When Rufus says, "Someday, you're going to call me Rufe down here and Daddy is going to be standing right behind you" he demonstrates primarily?

The quote "I wouldn't bother her. It would be like hurting a baby" displays which about Rufus?

The quote 'He told me once that the two of you have been married for four years. That means he's been here away from you even longer than you've been together. I doubt if he'd have waited as long as he did if you weren't the only one who could get him back to his home time but now... who knows the right woman could make his time mighty sweet to him.' This showcases primarily Rufus:

The phrase "Maybe I can't ever have that—both wanting, both loving. But I'm not going to give up what I can have” said by Rufus shows mainly?

What does Rufus saying, "Will you lean back on me before you fall off!", show about his character?

The following statement is said by Rufus: "You were lucky. Going to hit me with a stick, were you? And what else were you going to do?". What does this showcase the best?

When Rufus says, "I wanted to keep you here," he whispered. “Kevin hates this place, he mostly illustrates:

Rufus's drawing up certificates of freedom for his children primarily highlights

The Storm part 11-12 pg 253-263 mentions "For the first and only time, I saw her smile at him-a real smile". What does this show about Alice and Rufus relationship?

Which of these options are correct about Margaret Weylin?

What is characteristically true about Tom Weylilln in the Storm part 3 pg 224-228?

In Kindred, why does Dana come to view Rufus's apologies with a sense of skepticism, despite his seeming remorse?

Dana reflects on the irony that, despite her advanced knowledge of the future, she still struggles to significantly alter the course of events in the past. Which of the following statements best encapsulates this central conflict?

What is the most likely reason that Dana is both repulsed by and drawn to Rufus throughout Kindred?

How does the detailed description of Margaret Weylin's increasing reliance on laudanum contribute to the novel's exploration of power dynamics?

Dana reflects on Kevin's transformation during their time in the 19th century, noting "He had changed. He had grown harder, more cynical". What does Kevin's transformation most directly convey about the impact of slavery?