6. In one part of Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stow, Mrs. Shelby has just discovered that her husband has agreed to sell two of their slaves, including the adult Tom and a young boy. Mrs. Shelby pleads with him to reconsider. The following excerpt is Mr. Shelby's explanation of their predicament.
You might remember that the author of this passage was bitterly opposed to slavery. What response was she hoping her readers would have to Mr. Shelby's logic?
They would agree with Mr. Shelby that the had no other choice than to sell the slaves.
They would agree that selling the slaves was necessary but extremely unfortunate
They would find Mr. Shelby's decision cruel in spite of the reason he glves for the decision.
Trey would believe that Mr. Shelby could easily find a way to make everyone happy.