1. Jackson uses descriptive language, such as "pecuniary advantages," while Rutledge's account is dominated by direct language, such as "My father looks tired." How do you think this difference may relate to the different audiences the two authors were addressing? What was the purpose of each author? 2. What is another difference you notice between the styles of the two works? It might help to read a paragraph or two of each aloud. What effect does this difference have on the tone of the writing?

3. Authors do not necessarily share the feelings of their characters. Do you think Michael Rutledge hates white people the way Samuel does at the end of this passage? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.