At first, sojourner truth was happy to have many children because
a. they could her with her daily tasks.
b. they were the only things that gave her joy.
c. it took her mind off her problems.
d. it provided more slaves for her owner.

Robert was not waiting for her in the little parlor. he was nowhere at hand. the house was empty. but he had scrawled on a piece of paper that lay in the lamplight: "i love you. good-by—because i love you." what significant idea, presented throughout the novel, does robert's final departure and note highlight? edna is ultimately alone in her rebirth. edna needs to find solace in her children. edna will never be truly loved by anyone. edna should not have forsaken her family.