Mrs. Nealy
The mistress of the Nealy household, who speaks English and is frustrated by Isabella's inability to understand her.
Core Belief
"Mrs. Nealy believes in the importance of obedience and discipline. She is likely motivated by a desire to maintain control over her household and to enforce her authority over her slaves."
Worldview
Mrs. Nealy sees the world as a hierarchical society where white women are entitled to the obedience and service of black slaves. She is likely indifferent to the suffering of her slaves and views them as a means to an end.
Personality
Mrs. Nealy is portrayed as impatient and easily angered. She is frustrated by Isabella's inability to understand English and resorts to punishment to enforce her commands.
In Their Own Words
"(Commands and instructions in English, often repeated with increasing frustration)"
"(Criticizing Isabella's work and intelligence)"
"(Complaining about Isabella's inability to understand)"
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