Question

In “What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?” Part 1, Frederick Douglass repeatedly addresses his audience as “fellow-citizens.”

Which option best states how this repetition supports Douglass’s purpose?
a The repetition emphasizes Douglass’s purpose: to highlight the history of oppression in the United States.
b The repetition emphasizes Douglass’s purpose: to highlight his disgust toward the people he is addressing.
c The repetition emphasizes Douglass’s purpose: to express the idea that every American has the right to be called a citizen, regardless of skin color.
d The repetition emphasizes Douglass’s purpose: to express to the audience that he feels alienated from other Americans.

i think its c

Answer 1

it is c

Answer 2

Yes, C is the only one that makes sense.