USH "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July" Comprehension Flashcard

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Which best identifies the overall tone of Frederick Douglass throughout this speech?

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Condemnatory

Front

When Douglass states, "What have I, or those I represent, to do with your national independence?", what group does he represent?

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Black Americans

Front

In the line, "O! had I the ability, and could I reach the nation's ear, I would, to-day, pour out a fiery stream of biting ridicule, blasting reproach, withering sarcasm, and stern rebuke," what is Douglass wishing he could do?

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Sverely criticize the American nation for allowing slavery despite its belief in freedom

Front

When Frederick Douglass speaks to "fellow citizens," what group is he addressing?

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American citizens