What promise did Augustine's sudden death prevent him from fulfilling ?

Correct answer: A. Freeing his slaves

  • A. Freeing his slaves
  • B. Relearning to pray
  • C. Overcoming his alcoholism
  • D. Reuniting Tom with Aunt Chole

Explanation

Augustine St. Clare intended to emancipate Tom and his other enslaved people, but his sudden death prevented him from carrying out that promise. The immediate promise most relevant to the plot was Tom’s freedom.

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