Question

would you have me argue that man is entitled to liberty?
—frederick douglass
what is the purpose of this rhetorical question?
○ to highlight the contradiction between the declaration of independence and slavery
○ to discuss liberty and equality experienced by all people under the declaration of independence
○ to encourage audience participation in the argument about the declaration of independence
○ to illustrate that the declaration of independence does not state that people are entitled to liberty
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Explanation:

Frederick Douglass, in the context of slavery, uses this rhetorical question. The Declaration of Independence states people are entitled to liberty, but slavery existed. The question highlights the contradiction between the Declaration’s ideals and the reality of slavery. Option B is wrong as not all (enslaved people) had liberty/equality. Option C is wrong as it’s not about audience participation. Option D is wrong as the Declaration does state people are entitled to liberty. So the correct purpose is to highlight the contradiction between the Declaration of Independence and slavery.

Answer:

A. to highlight the contradiction between the Declaration of Independence and slavery