Question

to separate african american children from others... solely because of their race generates a feeling of inferiority... that may affect their hearts and minds in a way unlikely ever to be undone.... the impact is greater when it has the approval of the law, for the policy of separating the races is usually interpreted as denoting the inferiority of african americans. a sense of inferiority affects the motivation of a child to learn. which statement best summarizes this passage? segregation of schools harms african american children. children eventually overcome the effects of segregation. segregation is a form of separation, not discrimination. segregation has no association with racial inferiority.

Explanation:

The passage emphasizes how separating African - American children by race causes a sense of inferiority that affects their hearts, minds, and learning motivation.

Answer:

Segregation of schools harms African American children.