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Examine the depiction of religious faith in the text. How do different characters approach the question of belief, both in historical and contemporary contexts? What does the novel suggest about the nature of faith?
Dr. Slim is a minor but important character in the text. How is he characterized? How does he contribute to the novel’s exploration of shame, guilt, and/or fear?
Discuss the novel’s depiction of the abolitionist cause. How does Harriet’s portrayal of it differ from what is typically taught in history classes? How does her account of abolitionism expose some of the strengths and limitations of social justice movements?