Question

In this excerpt from Narrative of Sojourner Truth, which external conflict occurs? She had not been there long before her old master, Dumont, appeared, as she had anticipated; for when she took French leave of him, she resolved not to go too far from him, and not put him to as much trouble in looking her up-for the latter he was sure to do- as Tom and Jack had done when they ran away from him, a short time before. This was very considerate in her, to say he least, and a proof that 'like begets like.' He had often considered her feelings, though not always, and she was equally considerate. When her master saw her, he said, 'Well, Bell, so you've run away from me.' 'No, I did not run away; I walked away by day-light, and all because you had promised me a year of my time.' His reply was, 'You must go back with me.' Her decisive answer was, 'No, I won't go back with you.' A. Bell is in conflict with Tom and Jack over running away B. Bell is in conflict with nature over the daylight C. Bell is in conflict with French society over slavery D. Bell is in conflict with Dumont over her enslavement

Answer 1

The conflict in the excerpt from 'Narrative of Sojourner Truth' is between Bell and her master Dumont, regarding her enslavement and broken promises of freedom.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct answer is option D. Bell is in conflict with Dumont over her enslavement. In the excerpt from Narrative of Sojourner Truth, the external conflict described involves Bell firmly standing up to her master, Dumont, who demands her return after she left without his permission.

She justifies her departure by pointing out that he had previously promised her a year of her own time, which he now refuses to honor. Instead of complying with Dumont's command to return, Bell asserts her own will, demonstrating her resolve against the oppressive institution of slavery that seeks to control her life.