Uncle Tom's Cabin Study Guide

The #1 Best-selling novel of the 19th century and the second best-selling book of that century following only behind the Bible. An unprecedented best seller in its time, Uncle Tom's Cabin was also controversial from the start.

Through Harriet Beecher Stowe's revealing and heart-breaking novel, Uncle Tom's Cabin, students will learn:

Author Biography: Learn about Harriet Beecher Stowe.

Vocabulary words used throughout the novel, utilizing a variety of activities to stimulate retention and growth.

Literary Techniques: In context, dictionary, figure of speech, irony, allusion, synonym, diction, metaphor, root words, characterization, antonym, juxtaposition, point of view, aside, anthropomorphism, imagery, alliteration, parody, foreshadow, transpose, rhythm, anaphora, mood, paradox, parallel, willing suspension of disbelief, dramatic structure, Christ-figure, theme.

Moral Lessons and Character Values: Conscience, heaven, love and pray for our enemies, suffering, authority, Bible study, slavery, no distinctions in Christ, all created equal, stress, comfort, prejudice, fairness, work, rationalization, noblesse oblige, belief vs. unbelief, hope, racism.

Activities and Writing Assignments: In depth look at the history of slavery, history, map, movie, art project, hymns, Latin, class discussions, role of strong women, author analysis, essays and research paper options.

Suggestions for Further Reading: We include an in-depth reading list of more books by the same author(s) and other books that tie in with, or are similar to, Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher Stowe.

All of the unit lessons are written from a Christian worldview!

• Large 8.5x11 printed workbook format is convenient to read and easy on the eyes
• Every question has plenty of whitespace for student's answers
• Encourages neat and clean handwriting practice
• Easily transports without the need for a laptop or other expensive equipment
• Provides a permanent record of the student's work
• Convenient, removable answer key included for the teacher!
• Study guides do not contain the text of the story, play, poems, or book.
• Recommended for grades 10-12
• Setting: Southern United States, Mid-1800s
• Genre: American Literature, Historical Literature