Instead of simply portraying slavery in black-and-white terms of racial tension, A Mercy shows slavery in different forms. ... Owning slaves during that period was considered a status symbol. ... The mother also commented on slavery, repeating the word "we" to emphasize the role of black women in society. By using "we" it shows the unity and bond of the black women and that they are all treated the same. ... When she comes to the blacksmith's house she sees her mother "leans at the door holding her little boy's hand, my shoes in her pocket" and then she...

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• Approx Pages: 5
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• Grade Level: High School