When Douglass's old master Captain Anthony dies, all the slaves are gathered at the Great House Farm to be assessed. What do the slaves fear most at this moment?

C. being separated from one another

"A single word from the white men was enough—against all our wishes, prayers, and entreaties—to sunder forever the dearest friends, dearest kindred, and strongest ties known to human beings. In addition to the pain of separation, there was the horrid dread of falling into the hands of Master Andrew."