Question

What is the primary purpose of the preface in Douglass's narrative?(1 point)
Responses

To criticize the institution of slavery
To criticize the institution of slavery

To authenticate Douglass's experiences as a former slave
To authenticate Douglass's experiences as a former slave

To introduce the main themes of the narrative
To introduce the main themes of the narrative

To provide a summary of Douglass's life

Answer 1

The primary purpose of the preface in Douglass's narrative is **to authenticate Douglass's experiences as a former slave**.