Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Chapter 3 summary
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In Chapter 3, George visits Eliza, describes his master's violence, and reveals an order to take another wife or face sale down the river. He announces a plan to escape to Canada and buy Eliza and Harry, while she urges him to seek God's help and avoid violence.
What happens
- George visits Eliza and Harry while Mrs. Shelby is out, but his despair interrupts their welcome.
- He describes losing his factory work and suffering deliberate humiliation, including a whipping by young Master Tom.
- George recounts Carlo's drowning and challenges Eliza's belief that faith and obedience offer an answer to his suffering.
- He reveals that his master demands he take Mina as his wife or face sale down the river.
- His warning about Harry's possible sale frightens Eliza, but she keeps her own fears from him.
- George explains his escape preparations, asks Eliza to pray for him, and parts from her in tears.
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What to notice
George makes freedom his nonnegotiable goal. His declaration also exposes the danger behind his departure and prompts Eliza's pleas against violence.
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What ultimatum does George's master give him?
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