Comprehension Questions-Frederick Douglas, "To A Slave"-Part B

Front

Concession about the slave in the text?

Back

That the slave is a man.

Front

Crimes in Virginia that can lead to death for a black man?

Back

72

Front

Enactment of laws for slaves acknowledges:

Back

The slave's manhood.

Front

Forbidden under severe penalties:

Back

Teaching the slave to read or write

Front

Activities proving manhood:

Back

Plowing, planting, and reaping

Front

What does the author refuse to argue?

Back

That a system marked with blood is wrong.

Front

Needed instead of light:

Back

Fire

Front

Fourth of July reveals to American slaves:

Back

The gross injustice and cruelty they suffer.

Front

Nation's celebration of July 4th?

Back

A sham

Front

Needed instead of the gentle shower:

Back

Thunder