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What narrative style does Du Bois employ in the chapter that introduces Alexander Crummell?
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Autobiographical
The style of a parable or religious story
Historical documentary
Scientific analysis
How does Du Bois convey the danger of being a free Black person during Crummell's time?
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By comparing Crummell's story to a fairy tale with many villains
By characterizing Crummell as naïve and innocent
By highlighting the fear of being kidnapped and sold into slavery
By mentioning the legal protections available to prevent kidnapping
What challenge does Crummell face after being rejected by the Episcopal Theological Seminary?
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He succumbs to despair but eventually finds a way to study for the priesthood in Boston
He decides to abandon his dreams of becoming a priest
He successfully sues the Seminary for discrimination
He shifts his focus to secular activism instead of religious leadership
What is the implied critique of Booker T. Washington in the passage about Crummell's confrontation with the bishop?
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Washington's approach is too aggressive and confrontational
Washington's willingness to conciliate White racists is necessary and pragmatic
Crummell's principled stand contrasts with Washington's compromise with White racists.
Washington's focus on industrial education is misguided
What does Du Bois imply is the reason for Crummell's lack of fame compared to other Black leaders?
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Crummell's unwillingness to compromise with White racists limited his appeal
Crummell's unwillingness to compromise with White racists limited his appeal
Crummell's focus on international issues rather than domestic ones made him less relevant to Black Americans
Crummell's leadership was not as impactful as others'
