Advanced Placement-Style United States History
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Booker T. Washington speaking at Carnegie Hall, 1906
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Question 929:

Which of the following statements most closely represents the perspective of Booker T. Washington regarding the advancement of African-Americans?

    (A) political and economic equality must be granted immediately
    (B) African-Americans must not accept help from whites if they ever desire to achieve a position of self-worth
    (C) African-Americans and whites should integrate in every way in American society
    (D) a classical, liberal arts education similar to that of whites provides the best chance for African-American youth to advance
    (E) cooperation, not confrontation with whites is the best path for African-Americans


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