Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass

1. Where was Frederick Douglass born?

A) Maryland
B) Virginia
C) New York
D) Georgia

2. What is the significance of Douglass learning to read and write?

A) It allowed him to find a job
B) It empowered him and helped him advocate for abolition
C) It pleased his masters
D) It was a requirement for freedom

3. Who was Douglass's first owner?

A) Captain Anthony
B) Mr. Freeland
C) Mr. Lloyd
D) Mr. Covey

4. In which year was Douglass's narrative first published?

A) 1845
B) 1850
C) 1863
D) 1831

5. What was Douglass's stance on women's rights?

A) He believed women should focus on domestic roles
B) He was indifferent towards women's issues
C) He supported women's suffrage and equality
D) He opposed women's rights

6. What does Douglass say about the relationship between slaveholders and the slaves?

A) It is irrelevant to the nature of slavery
B) It is profitable for both parties
C) It is marked by cruelty and power imbalance
D) It is based on mutual respect

7. What writing style is prominent in Douglass’s narrative?

A) First-person account with vivid imagery
B) Third-person detached narrative
C) Historical fiction
D) Scientific analysis

8. How does Douglass describe his experience with slave education?

A) It led to resistance and violence
B) It was a pathway to freedom and self-empowerment
C) It was discouraged by most slaveholders
D) It had little impact on his life

9. What event does Douglass refer to as a turning point in his life?

A) His escape to the North
B) His fight with Mr. Covey
C) His education in Baltimore
D) His speech at the abolition meeting

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