1. How did the pro-slavery politician, John C. Calhoun, defend slavery? Who did he feel it benefitted and why? 2. By contrast, why does William Harper believe slavery is necessary and “natural”?3. How does Thornton Stringfellow defend slavery using the Bible? What biblical themes does he emphasize?1. How was Harriet Jacobs treated differently as she got older?2. Why was Harriet Jacobs unable to avoid her master or fight back? In what ways did he manipulate her?1. Where was Josiah Henson from? What was his life like before his family was separated?2. According to Josiah Henson, why was his father punished, whipped and eventually sold? Why were other slaves invited to witness the punishment?
