Question

Read this passage from Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, which describes Sophia Auld:

The fatal poison of irresponsible power was already in her hands. That cheerful eye, under the influence of slavery, soon became red with rage; that voice, made all of sweet accord, changed to one of harsh and horrid discord; and that angelic face gave place to that of a demon.

Which question can be asked while reading to help understand this passage's tone?


How do the words that Douglass uses in this passage reveal his attitude towards Auld?


What extra information does Douglass provide about the way Sophia Auld looks?


What is the most important point Douglass makes about how slavery affected Auld?


Who or what is part of Douglass's memoir mostly about?

Answer 1

The passage from Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass describes the transformation of Sophia Auld, a slave owner, due to the influence of slavery.

Step-by-step explanation:

The passage from Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass describes the transformation of Sophia Auld, a slave owner, due to the influence of slavery. Douglass uses strong language and vivid descriptions to convey his attitude towards Auld and the impact of slavery on her. He portrays Auld's cheerful eye turning red with rage, her voice changing from sweet to harsh and horrid, and her angelic face becoming that of a demon. Through this description, Douglass emphasizes the destructive power of slavery and the dehumanizing effect it had on both enslaved people and those who perpetuated the institution.

Answer 2

C

Step-by-step explanation:

What is themost important point Dougless makes about how alvery affected Auld?