Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry Ch 7-9 Review
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Who gave Stacey a new coat? What happened to it?

Uncle Hammer gave Stacey a new coat and later gave it to T.J.

What did Uncle Hammer tell Stacey to do about it?

Uncle Hammer told Stacey to let T.J. keep it because Stacey wasn't smart enough to hold onto it.

In terms of slavery, what does 'breeded stock' mean?

Breeding stock means forced mating in order to have children with good genes.

What was special about two of the books the Logan children received for Christmas?

<p>The two books were written by a black man named Alexander Dumas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who came to the Logan's house and threatened to take their land away from them?

<p>Mr. Granger threatened to take their land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why was Little Man going to tattle on Cassie?

<p>Little Man was going to tattle because Cassie was carrying Lillian Jean's books and was being really nice to her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Cassie's surprise for Lillian Jean?

<p>Cassie took Lillian Jean in the forest to have a fight.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Once Cassie had Lillian Jean pinned to the ground, what did Cassie make her do?

<p>Cassie made her apologize for all she had done in Strawberry.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Mama when Mr. Granger, Mr. Wallace, and some school board members came to visit her classroom?

<p>Mr. Granger and the men fired her from teaching.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why were the Logan children so upset with T.J.?

<p>T.J. told the Wallaces that Mrs. Logan made him fail.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What season is it at the beginning of chapter 9? How is it described?

<p>The season was spring. March was softening the hard ground for coming plow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Jeremy think that his older brothers R.W. and Melvin are not very nice?

<p>Jeremy sees that R.W. and Melvin treat T.J. good to his face but laugh at his back.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Jamison come to tell Mr. Logan?

<p>Mr. Jamison told Mr. Logan the Wallaces were going to stop the people from going to Vicksburg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Mr. Avery and Mr. Lanier tell Papa they had to do?

<p>They had to stop going to Vicksburg or Mr. Granger would raise the cost of using the land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Papa on the way home from Vicksburg?

<p>Papa got shot and the wagon turned over and broke his leg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who tampered with the Logan's wagon and shot Papa?

<p>The Wallaces tampered with the wagon and shot Papa.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Cassie get her revenge on Lillian Jean Simms?

<p>Cassie pretends to 'see how things are' and does everything for Lillian Jean. Eventually, Cassie earns her trust and confides all her secrets to her. Cassie lures Lillian Jean to a field and beats her up, threatening to tell all her secrets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Mama teaching when the school board members come to visit?

<p>Mama is teaching about slavery from the point of view of a black person.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Morrison mean when he says he has 'right good pay'?

<p>Mr. Morrison means that having a home, family, and food is worth more than any dollar amount he could receive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has T.J. told Kaleb Wallace?

<p>T.J. must have told Kaleb Wallace that Mama passed the books and teaches her own ideas about slavery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Mama because of what T.J. tells Kaleb Wallace?

<p>Mama is fired as a result of what T.J. says.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Mama explain T.J.'s involvement with the Simms?

<p>Mama tells the children that T.J. hangs around the Simms to feel important. He is blind to the fact that the Simms are using him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mr. Morrison report to Papa at the beginning of Chapter 9?

<p>Mr. Jamison reports to Papa that 'he's not going to let a few smart colored folks ruin his business.' He will stop all the shopping in Vicksburg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Papa's railroad job so important?

<p>Papa has to work at the railroad to pay for the taxes on their property.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What actions are Mr. Granger and Mr. Montier taking against the blacks for shopping in Vicksburg?

<p>Mr. Granger and Mr. Montier raise the price of cotton so the blacks that live on the land have no money nor any way to pay their debts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens on the trip back from Vicksburg?

<p>The wagon wheels come loose and fall off. While they are trying to fix the wagon, the Wallaces show up and shoot Papa. This startles Jack the mule and the wagon comes loose. The wagon runs over Papa's leg and breaks it. Mr. Morrison beats up the Wallaces pretty badly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Mama lose her teaching job?

<p>Mama was fired because she was teaching things that were not in the history books but also because she was stirring up trouble with the boycott.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many days before Christmas does Mr. Logan arrive home?

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How old was Mr. Morrison when his parents were killed?

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What book does Stacey get for Christmas?

<p>The Count of Monte Cristo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What book does Cassie get for Christmas?

<p>The Three Musketeers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jeremy make Stacey for Christmas?

<p>A flute.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much are day laborers paid for working in the Granger fields?

<p>50 cents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters and Relationships

  • Uncle Hammer gave Stacey a coat, which later ended up with T.J.
  • Uncle Hammer advised Stacey to let T.J. keep the coat, implying that T.J. wasn't capable of valuing it properly.
  • Cassie confronts Lillian Jean in the forest, leading to a physical fight as a form of revenge.

Themes and Historical Context

  • "Breeding stock" refers to forced mating of enslaved individuals to produce children with desirable traits, highlighting the inhumane practices of slavery.
  • The Logan children's books for Christmas were significant as they were authored by Alexander Dumas, a black man, representing a connection to black literature.

Conflicts and Consequences

  • Mr. Granger threatened to take the Logan family's land, demonstrating the constant economic and social pressure faced by black landowners.
  • T.J.'s betrayal led to the Logan children's anger toward him after he falsely claimed that Mrs. Logan was responsible for his failing grades.
  • Mama was fired for teaching black perspectives on history, challenging the dominant narratives in educational materials.

Community and Resistance

  • The community faced threats from the Wallaces, emphasizing the tensions between black residents and white landowners.
  • Mr. Jamison informed Mr. Logan about the Wallace family's plans to restrict access to Vicksburg, reflecting ongoing segregation battles.
  • Papa's railroad job was crucial for paying property taxes essential for the family's land ownership.

Violence and Protection

  • Papa was shot and injured while returning from Vicksburg, an incident that showcased racial violence in their lives.
  • The Wallaces deliberately tampered with the Logan's wagon, leading to Papa's injury, emphasizing the dangers faced by black families.

Personal Growth and Lessons

  • Cassie's revenge on Lillian Jean highlighted her development and understanding of social dynamics, using trickery to gain the upper hand.
  • Mama explained T.J.'s actions as a desire for acceptance, showing how marginalized individuals sometimes seek validation from oppressors.

Socioeconomic Struggles

  • Rising cotton prices implemented by Mr. Granger impacted the financial stability of black families, exacerbating their struggles.
  • Laborers, such as those working in Granger's fields, earned minimal wages, illustrating the economic exploitation of black workers.

Symbolism and Gifts

  • Stacey received "The Count of Monte Cristo," and Cassie received "The Three Musketeers," symbolizing their aspirations and the importance of literature in their lives.
  • Jeremy's gift of a flute to Stacey indicated a bond of friendship despite the tense racial dynamics surrounding them.

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