Amari meets a fellow captive named Polly at Cape Coast Castle. Polly becomes important to Amari as they form a close bond and support each other through their shared hardships as slaves. Polly offers Amari friendship and strength, helping her to endure the challenges they face together.
In the book "Copper Sun" by Sharon Draper, Amari's hobbies included weaving, drumming, and dancing. These activities were important parts of her culture and brought her joy and a sense of community.
The book Copper Sun is told by a slave named Amari and an indentured servant named Polly. The book has eleven parts in which Amari and Polly take turns telling what is going on in the book. The book is told in third person limited through Amari and Polly through the eleven different parts.
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Amari, strong and true, Her spirit shines like morning dew. From her land torn apart, She carries hope within her heart.
In the book "Copper Sun" by Sharon Draper, Amari lives in her village in what is now modern-day Ghana. After being captured and enslaved, she is taken to America and faces numerous challenges as she tries to survive and escape slavery.
Amari gave Polly hope in Copper Sun by sharing her own experiences of resilience and survival, showing Polly that it is possible to endure and overcome adversity. Through her strength and determination, Amari inspired Polly to keep going, even in the face of hardship.
Kwasi is Amari's younger brother who (spoiler warning) was killed when their village was attacked by the slavers.
Teenie convinces Amari to fake an injury so she can avoid working in the rice fields. Teenie hopes this will give Amari a chance at a better life and prevent her from suffering the harsh conditions of the fields.
Amari stops smiling in "Copper Sun" because she undergoes traumatic experiences such as being captured and enslaved. The harsh conditions and mistreatment she faces cause her to lose her joy and sense of safety, leading to a more solemn demeanor.