Which of the Following Was Not an Element of Booker

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was not an element of Booker T. Washington's famous speech at the Atlanta Cotton States Exposition in 1895?

• A) He thought that blacks should work for voting rights at the same time they were trying to impress whites with their hard work, cleanliness, and good morals.
• B) He told blacks to accept their position in society, and to accept segregation.
• C) He told blacks to work for economic gains in low-level jobs as a way to improve their status in the eyes of whites.
• D) Washington felt that blacks should work first for freedom of speech and the press, and other rights would follow.

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Definitions:

Grandiose

Characterized by exaggerated beliefs of one's importance, superiority, or talents.

Communal Goals

Objectives or aims shared by a community or group that typically focus on mutual benefits and support among members.

Empathy

The ability to understand and share the feelings of another individual, fostering a sense of compassion and connection.

Narcissistic

Describes a personality trait characterized by excessive self-love, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.