Nya is fictional, but is likely a composite of people, with her experiences real for people of the region. its a true story says on the front of the book
The answer is plessey vs. fergoson .
These laws were known as the "Black Codes".
1876 was an important year for America because it was America's 100th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. This signifies the unity amongst Americans which establishes a strong centripetal force.
