Which of the Following Was True of Minstrel Shows in the 1830s

question 169

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was true of minstrel shows in the 1830s and 1840s?

• A) By ridiculing African Americans, they encouraged racial stereotyping.
• B) They provided a forum through which whites and blacks could better understand and accept their cultural differences.
• C) They served as the major entry point for African Americans into the entertainment industry.
• D) By popularizing African American song and dance, they served to break down racial barriers.

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