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I'm pretty sure the answer is C. Topical.
One what? Is this a multiple choice? If so, what are the answer choices? Is it a constructive response? Is it a true of false? Sorry if I came out rude, I’m not trying to be, i just need a little more specificity please, thank you! (Again, not trying to be rude, sorry!)
Because in those times, African Americans were rarely believed in court and he was afraid that even if he told to truth, he would be found guilty.