Question

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Sojourner Truth
by Joanna Evans
What purpose does Rebecca’s monologue serve for the plot?

Select the two correct answers.

(1 point)
Responses

The monologue reveals how both Rebecca and Mama really feel about Sojourner Truth.
The monologue reveals how both Rebecca and Mama really feel about Sojourner Truth.

The monologue shows the audience that Rebecca and her mom will come to an agreement soon.
The monologue shows the audience that Rebecca and her mom will come to an agreement soon.

The monologue shows how determined Rebecca is to join the movement by showing that she knows a lot about Truth and the suffrage movement.
The monologue shows how determined Rebecca is to join the movement by showing that she knows a lot about Truth and the suffrage movement.

Rebecca’s monologue relieves tension between mother and daughter.
Rebecca’s monologue relieves tension between mother and daughter.

Mama’s preceding line and her reaction to Rebecca’s monologue help show the audience the divide between mother and daughter.

Answer 1

Correct choices:

- The monologue shows how determined Rebecca is to join the movement by showing that she knows a lot about Truth and the suffrage movement.
- Mama’s preceding line and her reaction to Rebecca’s monologue help show the audience the divide between mother and daughter.

Explanation: Rebecca’s speech demonstrates her knowledge and commitment, while Mama’s earlier line and response contrast with Rebecca’s views and highlight the conflict between them.