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English Literature Mcqs

Apess claims that Native Americans in New England are the “most mean, abject, miserable race of beings in the world.” Which of the following is NOT a reason he offers as an explanation for their misery ?

Apess claims that Native Americans in New England are the “most mean, abject, miserable race of beings in the world.” Which of the following is NOT a reason he offers as an explanation for their misery ?

A. They are victimized by corrupt Indian Agents appointed by the government.
B. They are not provided with adequate education.
C. They are legally denied the right to engage in commerce.
D. Native American women have been seduced and abandoned by white men.

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American Literature, English Literature Mcqs

The American Renaissance overlapped the time period, in which American writers were trying to____________?

The American Renaissance overlapped the time period, in which American writers were trying to____________?

A. Postmodern; end slavery.
B. Colonial; end patriotism for England.
C. Modernism; end individualism.
D. Romanticism; define themselves and their writing style as independent from England.

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American Literature, English Literature Mcqs

What statement below best sums up the literary significant of Maria Stewart ?

What statement below best sums up the literary significant of Maria Stewart ?

A. First African American woman to speak to a mixed audience
B. First African American to publish life writing Most popular native American writer
C. Most popular slave narrative
D. All the above

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American Literature, English Literature Mcqs