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question 72

Multiple Choice

What was the basis of W.E.B. Dubois's opposition to Booker T. Washington?

• A) Washington believed that blacks faced no problems related to discrimination, while Du Bois believed it was a big problem.
• B) Du Bois disagreed with Washington's argument that slavery had been a net benefit for blacks.
• C) Du Bois emphasized the acquisition of practical skills for blacks to advance in the U.S., while Washington believed that literacy was key.
• D) Du Bois objected to Washington's emphasis on vocational education for blacks and advocated ceaseless political agitation against discrimination and segregation.
• E) Washington advocated for civil rights to be extended to all minorities, while Du Bois insisted the focus should be solely on advancing African American rights.

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