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How did they get the cotton?
How did they get the cotton?
They climbed the stalks using the spikes to step on.
How long was Papa home for?
How long was Papa home for?
1 day.
Who did Papa bring home with him?
Who did Papa bring home with him?
Mr. Morrison.
Why did Mr. Morrison lose his job on the railroad?
Why did Mr. Morrison lose his job on the railroad?
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What did Papa offer to Mr. Morrison?
What did Papa offer to Mr. Morrison?
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Describe Mr. Morrison.
Describe Mr. Morrison.
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What happened to John Henry, Beacon, and Old Man Berry?
What happened to John Henry, Beacon, and Old Man Berry?
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What happened when Henrietta told the police what happened to John Henry?
What happened when Henrietta told the police what happened to John Henry?
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What is Wallace Store known for?
What is Wallace Store known for?
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Where did Papa say the kids should never go or he would 'wear them out' (whip them)?
Where did Papa say the kids should never go or he would 'wear them out' (whip them)?
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Study Notes
Cotton Harvesting
- Cotton was harvested by climbing stalks, using spikes as footholds.
Papa's Return
- Papa was home for only one day before returning to work.
Mr. Morrison's Arrival
- Mr. Morrison accompanied Papa home after losing his job.
Mr. Morrison's Dismissal
- He was fired from the railroad due to a fight with white men, who faced no consequences for their actions.
Job Offer to Mr. Morrison
- Papa offered Mr. Morrison agricultural work in exchange for food, shelter, and a small salary.
Mr. Morrison's Physical Description
- Mr. Morrison is portrayed as very tall (over 6 feet), muscular, and bearing scars on his face and neck.
Tragic Events Involving John Henry
- John Henry, Beacon, and Old Man Berry were set on fire by white men, allegedly for flirting with Sallie Ann. John Henry succumbed to his injuries.
Henrietta's Experience with the Police
- When Henrietta reported the incident involving John Henry to the police, she was dismissed as a liar and sent home without help.
Wallace Store's Influence
- The Wallace Store was a local hotspot for older kids to engage in risky behaviors such as drinking, smoking, and dancing.
Parental Warnings
- Papa strictly forbade the children from going to the Wallace Store, warning that disobedience would result in severe punishment.
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