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Which best describes the diction of "What the Black Man Wants"?

informal and direct
informal and casual
formal and impersonal
formal and scholarly

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Answer: D. Former and scholarly

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The correct answer is "formal and scholarly".

Explanation: "What the Black Man Wants" was a speech written by Fredrick Douglas during the post Civil War period. Throughout his speech, he used formal language, assertive tone, and answered his own questions to emphasize seriousness. The purpose of his speech was to address inequality and lack of civil rights for the black race - which continued despite acquired freedom.

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