The Glory Field

March, 1864

Examples of Self Reliance: Luvenia: -Luvenia had to be self reliant after she got fired from being the Deet's housekeeper. She had to start her life anew without any help. -When she had to leave the Deets' house she had to find a new apartment and job. Her aunt helped her throw a penny party to raise money for the apartment. -She decided to persue the career of a hair stylist.

Examples of Perseverance:Tommy: -Tommy had perseverance when he tried hard in school and in basketball. -He also had the drive to do his besst and keep the scholarship which he was offered. -Tommy wanted to live up to the Lewis family name. He had perseverance while he made a statement about his ancestor, Muhammad, and the struggles of his famil'sy history. The obstacle in his way was the town sheriff.

Sooner in the morning when I rise, The young lambs must find the way, With crosses and trials on every side, The young lambs must find the way.-The Glory Field

July, 1753

May, 1930

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The Glory Field

January, 1964

August, 1994

Examples of Courage : Lizzy: - She showed courage when she tried to bring some water to Lem - When Lizzy made the decision to run away with Lem and Josh, she demonstrated courage and strength.

This section sets up the scene, when Muhammad is captured and is forced to leave his home. He is put into shackles and is involuntarilyput into slavery.

Let not the 12 million Negroes be ashamed of the fact that they are the grandchildren of slaves. There is dishonor in being slave-owners.Mahatma Gandhi

Examples of Pride:Elijah & Abby: -Elijah wanted to help find money to pay the tax on Glory Field. -When a neighbor's child, David, went missing, a bounty was posted for whoever found David. The boys, trying to get the money for the plantation, decided to take this task upon themselves. -This boys and their family had much pride over this plantation, so they did not want to lose it.-Elijah and Abby also had pride after they achieved the task of finding David.

by: Genevieve & Isabella