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Iola Leroy · Character

Aunt Kizzy

Elderly former slave who suffers under slavery.

minor

Also known as Poor ole Kizzy

First appearance: iii uncle daniel s story

Aunt Kizzy shows up with force in Robert Johnson’s Promotion and Religion. The page is where that presence becomes real.

An elderly enslaved woman remembered for her deep Christian faith, joyful singing, and hope for heavenly reward after her child was sold away.
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GHGilbert HavenILIola LeroyMLMarie LeroyCSCaptain SybilRJRobert JohnsonAKAunt Kizzy

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  • Other

Character groups

  • Extended Supporting Cast
  • Enslaved and Former Slaves
  • Protagonist

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SetupEscalationClimax
  • Setup
  • Escalation
  • Breaking point
  • Aftermath
  • Closing

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