Read the excerpt from Up from Slavery by Booker T. Washington.One-third of the population of the South is of the [Black man] race. No enterprise seeking the material, civil, or moral welfare of this section can disregard this element of our population and reach the highest success. I but convey to you, Mr. President and Directors, the sentiment of the masses of my race when I say that in no way have the value and manhood of the American [Black man] been more fittingly and generously recognized than by the managers of this magnificent Exposition at every stage of its progress. It is a recognition that will do more to cement the friendship of the two races than any occurrence since the dawn of our freedom.
Answer
A
Black citizens make up a significant portion of the population.
B
Ensuring material and moral security for Black citizens will lead to success.
C
Recognizing the worth and power of Black citizens will bring people together.
D
The successful convention directors recognize the value of Black citizens.
Explanation
Washington argues that recognizing the value and dignity of Black Americans will help unite the two races. He says the Exposition’s recognition of Black Americans will “cement the friendship” between them. Choice C best captures this main idea; choice A is a supporting fact, not the central claim.
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