Which of the following individuals was a former slave who published a newspaper titled "The North Star" which spoke about the evils of slavery?
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The question asks you to identify which of the individuals was a former slave who published the newspaper "The North Star" which spoke against the evils of slavery.
Answer
Frederick Douglass
The individual who was a former slave and published a newspaper called "The North Star" that addressed the evils of slavery was Frederick Douglass.
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The individual who was a former slave and published a newspaper called "The North Star" that addressed the evils of slavery was Frederick Douglass.
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Frederick Douglass was a prominent abolitionist, author, and orator. He escaped slavery and became a leading voice in the anti-slavery movement. He started publishing "The North Star" in 1847 in Rochester, New York.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing Frederick Douglass with other abolitionists such as Sojourner Truth or Harriet Tubman. Remembering that Douglass was known for his writings and oratory, including the publication of 'The North Star,' can help avoid this confusion.
Sources
- Ball State to Display Original Works by Frederick Douglass ... - commcenter.bsu.edu
- Frederick Douglass - Students | Britannica Kids | Homework Help - kids.britannica.com
- [PDF] first amendment in history - freedom of speech and press: frederick ... - ca3rsproject.org
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