The Indigo Girl

Compare and contrast the different forms of freedom that various characters seek. Consider examples of political, economic, social, and personal freedoms and analyze the varying costs and rewards associated with each.

Analyze the novel’s portrayal of resistance movements and abolitionist sentiments. How do specific characters engage in acts of defiance or advocacy against enslavement, and what obstacles do they face in challenging the prevailing social order?

Choose three characters and analyze how they navigate challenges and adversities. What do their various responses reveal about the nature of human resilience and adaptation?