Frederick Douglass - Chapter 6

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What would a slave become if they were taught?

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They would become unmanageable and of no value to their master.

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What did Douglass's new mistress prove him to be like?

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A woman of the kindest heart and finest feelings.

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How were Henrietta and Mary treated?

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Horribly.

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Did Douglass's new mistress ever have a slave under her control?

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No.

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What did Mr. Auld do when he found out about Mrs. Auld's teachings?

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He forbade her to instruct him any further.

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What is the significance of education for slaves according to Douglass?

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Education is a pathway to freedom and self-empowerment.

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How did Douglass view the role of women in slavery?

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He recognized that women, like men, suffered under the institution of slavery.

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What was the impact of Mr. Auld's prohibition on Douglass's education?

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It fueled Douglass's desire to learn and resist oppression.

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What does Douglass's experience with his mistress reveal about the complexities of slave-master relationships?

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It shows that kindness can exist within a system of oppression, but it does not change the fundamental injustice of slavery.

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How did Douglass's perspective on slavery evolve throughout his life?

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He moved from a passive acceptance of his condition to an active resistance against it.