Vocab & Fun Facts
Persuading by using logic and reasoning to back up the author’s opinion.
Logos
He wrote "Narrative of the Life of _________," which he had to publish while living in England since he was a fugitive in America, having escaped from slavery.
Frederick Douglass
A traditional music genre sung by enslaved people, sometimes with hidden messages about escape and resistance. (Ex: "Wade in the Water")
Spirituals
Wrote "The Souls of Black Folk," believed in the need for direct change in how Black people were treated in America. Believed in an idea called "The Talented Tenth."
W.E.B. DuBois
When an author addresses an opposite viewpoint and explains why it is incomplete or incorrect
Counterargument
Believed that Black people could gain equality in the United States by focusing on careers, getting jobs, and building themselves up. Did not publicly support direct action.
Booker T. Washington
What year did the first ship with enslaved people come to America?
(+/- 10 years)
1619
(1609 - 1629)
What was the name of the man who gave the speech (or appeal) that we analyzed, calling for the end of slavery?
David Walker
A question posed for effect or to make a point; it does not require the audience to answer
Rhetorical Question
Name either the first known or the first published African American author (bonus points if you can get both)
Lucy Terry and Phillis Wheatley