Question

Which best describes the diction of "What the Black Man Wants"?

A.informal and direct
B.informal and casual
C.formal and impersonal
D. formal and scholarly

Answer 1

Answer: D. formal and scholarly.

Frederick Douglass was a social reformer, abolitionist, writer and former slave. He escaped from slavery in Maryland and became a leader of the abolitionist movement in Massachusetts and New York. This speech was given by Douglass to the Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society in April 1865. It asks for civil rights and justice for black people in a formal and scholarly tone.

Answer 2

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option D. The diction of "What the Black Man Wants" would be best described as formal and scholarly. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day. Feel free to ask more questions.