Chains Questions on Lady Seymour

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Lady Seymour, Master Lockton's wealthy aunt in Chains, contrasts with Madam Lockton by showing kindness and respect to Isabel, a slave. Despite the era's norms, she disapproves of slavery and...

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The fire in New York City significantly strengthens the bond between Isabel and Lady Seymour. Isabel's bravery in saving Lady Seymour and her cherished belongings deepens their relationship. Lady...

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In Chains, Lady Seymour gives Isabel her coin purse as a reward for rescuing her husband's picture from a devastating fire. Isabel initially tries to steal the purse, but Lady Seymour sees her and...

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Lady Seymour warned Isabel against returning to the prison because she knew that Madam Lockton, a harsh slave owner, might punish Isabel for her actions. Isabel was taking extra food scraps to the...

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Lady Seymour advises Madam Lockton against going to Charleston because she believes that the rebels will seize the opportunity to confiscate all of Madam Lockton's remaining possessions. Despite not...

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Isabel is astonished when Lady Seymour, in Chains by Laurie Halse Anderson, reacts vehemently to an official's attempt to search her luggage, particularly her ornate walnut trunk, during a journey to...

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Ruth's seizure episode highlights the contrasting characters of Madam Lockton and Lady Seymour. Madam Lockton reacts with cruelty and superstition, violently abusing Ruth, whom she believes is...

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