Twelve years a slave
Across
- 5. Who did Solomon finally confide in about his true status and who ultimately helped to liberate him?
- 6. Which slave was killed by his pursuer's dogs whilst trying to escape?
- 7. Which master twice tried to kill Solomon?
- 10. Northup is sold to the worst owner yet, a red-haired cotton grower. What is the new owner's name?
- 11. Which musical instrument did Solomon play which he was often required to perform and which had a great bearing on his original kidnapping?
- 12. Who came to Louisiana to rescue Solomon Northup?
Down
- 1. Who was the cruel slave trader that beat Solomon into submission in the Washington, D.C., slave pen?
- 2. Among Epps’ slaves, who was the best, by far, at picking cotton?
- 3. What name is Northup forced to answer to, when he becomes a slave?
- 4. Although Northup was raised in New York, in which state does he work as a slave for 12 years?
- 8. How many years did Solomon Northup live under Edwin Epps' tyranny?
- 9. How many years did James H. Burch spend in prison for his role in the kidnapping of Solomon Northup?