The absence of both Rebecca’s father and Sojourner Truth in the play highlights the focus on the personal struggle and internal conflict of Rebecca and her mother, emphasizing the generational divide in their views on women's suffrage. By excluding male characters, the playwright draws attention to the women's perspectives and experiences during this pivotal time, creating a space for female voices to be heard. Additionally, Sojourner Truth's impact is felt through Rebecca's discussions and reflections, allowing her influence to resonate without her physical presence, thus emphasizing the importance of legacy and advocacy in the fight for women's rights.
Sojourner Truth
by Joanna Evans
The fight for suffrage drives a wedge between a spirited young woman and her mother. . . .
Characters
NARRATOR
REBECCA, 17 years old
MAMA, her mother
BEFORE RISE: NARRATOR enters, addresses audience.
NARRATOR: Did you know that women in the United States weren’t allowed to vote until 1920? That’s when the 19th Amendment to the Constitution was ratified, extending voting rights to all women. If you do your math, you’ll find that women couldn’t vote for nearly 150 years after our nation was created out of the Revolutionary War. . .talk about injustice!
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Question
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Both Rebecca’s father and Sojourner Truth are influential in the play, but neither of them appears. In 3-5 sentences, draw conclusions about why the playwright did not include these characters in the play’s action
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