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At the end of Harriet: The Moses of Her People, author Sarah H. Bradford includes a list of short letters from about a dozen pe...Question
At the end of Harriet: The Moses of Her People, author Sarah H. Bradford includes a list of short letters from about a dozen people who knew Harriet Tubman. The letter-writers include generals, high-ranking government officials, and the famous abolitionist Frederick Douglass. They describe Tubman as kindhearted, wise, honest, and just as brave as the soldiers who fought in the Civil War. Which of the following was most likely Bradford’s purpose in including these letters?(1 point)
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To show that many people shared a high opinion of Harriet Tubman.
To show that many people shared a high opinion of Harriet Tubman.
To cast doubt on the truth of Harriet Tubman’s retelling of her own life.
To cast doubt on the truth of Harriet Tubman’s retelling of her own life.
To argue that Harriet Tubman should have been awarded a military pension and a medal.
To argue that Harriet Tubman should have been awarded a military pension and a medal.
To convince readers that Harriet Tubman was a real person.
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To show that many people shared a high opinion of Harriet Tubman.
To show that many people shared a high opinion of Harriet Tubman.
To cast doubt on the truth of Harriet Tubman’s retelling of her own life.
To cast doubt on the truth of Harriet Tubman’s retelling of her own life.
To argue that Harriet Tubman should have been awarded a military pension and a medal.
To argue that Harriet Tubman should have been awarded a military pension and a medal.
To convince readers that Harriet Tubman was a real person.
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To show that many people shared a high opinion of Harriet Tubman.
Bradford included the letters as authoritative testimonials to bolster Tubman’s character and reputation — showing respected figures confirmed her bravery, honesty, and kindness.
Bradford included the letters as authoritative testimonials to bolster Tubman’s character and reputation — showing respected figures confirmed her bravery, honesty, and kindness.