In "The Souls of Black Folk," W.E.B. Du Bois refers to the "Talented Tenth" as the leadership class of educated African Americans. This concept emphasizes the importance of cultivating a skilled and educated elite within the African American community to lead the fight for civil rights and social justice.
In "The Souls of Black Folk", what does Du Bois mean by the "Talented Tenth"?(1 point)
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The top ten percent of African American athletes.
The top ten percent of African American athletes.
The most economically successful African Americans.
The most economically successful African Americans.
The leadership class of educated African Americans.
The leadership class of educated African Americans.
The ten percent of African Americans who should focus on vocational training.
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