Family and punishment are central themes that are similar in both Slave Girl in California and the narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass. However, there are very opposing themes such as will and courage as well. …show more content…
Back then money meant a lot to a lot of people. Before they thought anything out , if money was involved it was the answer. So they are saying that they will pay the family to slave their children. I just don't think families were thinking about their child being slaved. The money was everyone's main focus . Meanwhile the child was suffering with missing their family because they had to do work that they shouldn't do for a little amount of money and suffering from being away from their families.
Punishment : She now stood fair for his internal purpose. The detective immediately took Shyima into protective custody. Shyima was never a part of the family but according to the family , they took her on a family trip . When she went on the family trip with them , she had to carry everything around for them. Because of the family lying about her being a part of the family , she now is with people who care. Shyima will no longer be a slave. She will no longer suffer , she is now with a real family who