Writing Directions Write your response in an essay with an introduction, body paragraphs that develop on your thesis, and a conclusion. Make use of both paraphrase and direct quotes, giving attribution to the author when using direct quotes.

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Who is Frederick Douglass?

What characteristics does he possess?

What does it tell us that Douglass’ “mistress” changed her stance on Douglass?

What does Douglass mean by saying “…that education and slavery were incompatible with each other” (2)?

Why did Douglass feel that “..learning to read had been a curse rather than a blessing” (3)? What does that tell us about the pain (and gain) of education? (is it better Adam and Eve fell from paradise?)

How did Douglass learn the meaning of the word “abolition”?

How did Douglass learn to read and write?

What themes are explored in this essay?

How might this essay connect to other essays we read (do they share themes, topics)?