Question

Douglass states, “The same traits of character might be seen in Colonel Lloyd’s slaves, as are seen in the slaves of political parties.” In this passage Douglass is referring to the slaves that work at The Great House Farm. How are they similar to “the slaves of political parties”? Why does Douglass make this comparison?

Answer 1

#1) How are they similar to "the slaves of political parties"?

Answer: Slaves wanted to be trusted by their overseers because this often would grant them privileges that other slaves did not have.

#2) Why does Douglass make this comparison?

Answer: Slaves would seek with great care to please their overseers to gain their trust, just as office-seekers in the political parties seek to please and deceive the people.

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