Power, Protest, Change Argumentative Expressions

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What is the main argument of Frederick Douglass regarding slavery?

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Frederick Douglass argues that slavery is a moral and social injustice that contradicts the principles of liberty and equality as stated in the Declaration of Independence.

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Define 'racial profiling'.

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Racial profiling is the practice of targeting individuals for suspicion of crime based on their race or ethnicity rather than any specific evidence.

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What does Sojourner Truth argue in her speech 'Ain't I a Woman?'

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Sojourner Truth argues that all women, regardless of race, deserve equal rights and recognition of their humanity.

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Explain the significance of the phrase 'the manhood of the slave is conceded'.

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This phrase highlights that even those who support slavery acknowledge the humanity and personhood of slaves, as evidenced by laws that prevent them from learning to read or write.

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What tone is conveyed in the lyrics 'We've got a long way to go'?

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The tone is frustrated and critical, reflecting the ongoing struggles against racial profiling and discrimination.

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What does the term 'inhuman mockery' imply in the context of Douglass's speech?

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'Inhuman mockery' implies that dragging a slave into a place of freedom and calling it liberty is a cruel and ironic act.

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Summarize the impact of the Declaration of Independence on the abolitionist movement.

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The Declaration of Independence inspired abolitionists by asserting that all men are created equal, providing a moral foundation for the fight against slavery.

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What does it mean to be 'in a fix'?

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To be 'in a fix' means to be in a difficult or challenging situation.

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Identify a key principle of the abolitionist movement.

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A key principle of the abolitionist movement is the belief in the inherent rights and dignity of all individuals, regardless of race.

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What role did speeches play in the abolitionist movement?

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Speeches were crucial in raising awareness, mobilizing support, and articulating the moral arguments against slavery.