Uncle Tom's Cabin Questions on Uncle Tom
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Compare and contrast Tom's three owners in Uncle Tom's Cabin.
Tom's three owners in Uncle Tom's Cabin show varying degrees of morality. Mr. Shelby is kind but prioritizes his comfort over his slaves' welfare, selling Tom to settle debts. Mr. St. Clare also...
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What happens to Tom at the end of Uncle Tom's Cabin?
At the end of Uncle Tom's Cabin, Tom is beaten to death by Simon Legree for refusing to become morally depraved. He dies owning his soul, something no slave owner can take from him.
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Who are the main characters in George L. Aiken's Uncle Tom's Cabin?
What are the main characters in Uncle Tom'
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Which two famous death scenes in Uncle Tom's Cabin occur in which chapters?
The two famous death scenes, Eva and Tom, are found in chapter 26 and 41, respectively. The death of a Christlike figure is a recurring minor motif in Uncle Tom's Cabin. We see these two characters...
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What was Uncle Tom's job in Uncle Tom's Cabin?
In Uncle Tom's Cabin, Tom's jobs change as he is sold to different owners. He manages the Shelby farm, is the companion to Eva in the St. Clare household, and works in the cotton fields at Simon...
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How old is Uncle Tom in Uncle Tom's Cabin?
Uncle Tom's exact age is never given, but from clues in the novel we can ascertain he is about forty.