How does the speech "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" relate to life in the United States during Douglass's time?
A. It celebrates a time-honored tradition.
B. It describes the daily life of many people in the United States.
C. It addresses the need for equality for all people.
D. It explains the forces behind the cause of the Civil War.

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Anonymous · Answer

Frederick Douglass’s speech critiques the hypocrisy of celebrating freedom while millions suffered under slavery, emphasizing equality and justice. It connects the realities of enslaved people's daily lives to the broader social issues of the time. The speech underscores the urgent need for acknowledgment of these injustices, laying the groundwork for discussions that relate to the Civil War. 
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GinnyAnswer · Answer

Frederick Douglass's speech critiques the celebration of American freedom as hypocritical in light of slavery. It emphasizes the need for equality and reflects on the daily struggles of enslaved people. Douglass's message resonates with the causes of civil rights and the tensions leading to the Civil War. ;

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