Quiz on Frederick Douglass

Who was Frederick Douglass?

• A famous scientist

• A famous writer and speaker

• A famous artist

• A famous politician

In what year was Frederick Douglass invited to speak at a July Fourth ceremony in Rochester, New York?

• 1845

• 1852

• 1865

• 1870

What does Frederick Douglass wish for in his speech?

• That black people had freedom and justice

• That he was a famous artist

• That he could travel the world

• That he could write more books

What does Frederick Douglass say about the blessings enjoyed by the audience?

• They are enjoyed by everyone

• They are not enjoyed by everyone

• They are only enjoyed by artists

• They are only enjoyed by scientists

What does Frederick Douglass hear above the national joy?

• The sound of music

• The mournful wails of millions

• The laughter of children

• The noise of fireworks

What does Frederick Douglass say about the chains of the slaves?

• They were light and easy

• They were heavy and terrible

• They were made of gold

• They were invisible

What does Frederick Douglass say about the nation's sympathy?

• It is warm and welcoming

• It is cold and unfeeling

• It is indifferent

• It is supportive

What does the author say they worship?

• The government

• The military

• The Christian God

• The sun

What does the author say would be ridiculous to argue?

• That man must be free

• That man is the rightful owner of his own body

• The wrongfulness of slavery

• All of the above

What does the author say is not a question for Americans?

• The wrongfulness of slavery

• The intelligence of slaves

• The loyalty of slaves

• The work ethic of slaves