Question

What did he do in Richmond in order to earn for his journey to Hampton?

Answer 1

Answer:

To make money to Hampton, the boy worked hard by unloading ship vessels during the day, and he used to sleep at the sidewalk during the night. In this way, he managed to earn his breakfast. Later on, the captain of the ship paid him little money for the work he used to do. The money enabled him to travel to Hampton, and he had a surplus of 50 cents, which he used to begin his studies. He finally got the admission after he had satisfied the headteacher with determination and honesty.