Frederick Douglass Chapter 6

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What caused Mr. Auld's transformation from a kind-hearted man to a harsh slaveholder?

Back

Religious conversion.

Front

What does Frederick Douglass's experience with Mr. and Mrs. Auld illustrate about the corrupting influence of power in a system of slavery?

Back

Power can bring out both the best and worst in individuals.

Front

Why did Mr. Auld believe that teaching Frederick to read would be dangerous?

Back

He feared it would make Frederick rebellious and discontented.

Front

How did Mrs. Auld's attitude towards Frederick change after she learned he was being taught to read?

Back

She became stricter and more oppressive.

Front

What was Mr. Auld's initial attitude towards teaching Frederick to read?

Back

He was vehemently against it.

Front

Define the term 'slavery'.

Back

A system in which individuals are owned by others and forced to work without pay.

Front

What is the significance of literacy in Frederick Douglass's life?

Back

Literacy was a key to his freedom and empowerment.

Front

Explain the concept of 'power' in the context of slavery.

Back

Power refers to the ability to control and influence others, often leading to oppression.

Front

What role did Mrs. Auld play in Frederick Douglass's education?

Back

Initially supportive, she became an obstacle after Mr. Auld's intervention.

Front

What does Douglass's narrative reveal about the nature of slaveholders?

Back

It shows that slaveholders can be both kind and cruel, influenced by societal norms.