Asked by Alena Deryabina on Jun 07, 2024

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Besides both being abolitionists, what else did David Walker and Angelina Grimkè have in common?

A) Both were white.
B) Both were from the South and considered "traitors."
C) Both advocated violence as a form of resistance.
D) Neither of them considered full equality for slaves as a viable solution.

David Walker

An African American abolitionist, writer, and anti-slavery activist in the 19th century, best known for his 1829 pamphlet "David Walker's Appeal," which called for black unity and self-help in the fight against oppression and injustice.

Angelina Grimkè

A 19th-century American abolitionist and suffragist known for her advocacy against slavery and for women's rights, part of the notable Grimké sister duo.

South

A term often used to refer to the southern part of a country or region, but in the context of the United States, typically associated with the states that seceded during the Civil War.

  • Examine the effects of the abolitionist movement on American society, highlighting the contributions of central personalities and the responses to the strategies employed by abolitionists.
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Zybrea KnightJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Both David Walker and Angelina Grimkè were originally from the Southern United States and were often viewed as "traitors" by their contemporaries for their strong abolitionist stances against slavery.