Question

Which of the following best paraphrases the meaning of the chorus above?

Which of the following best paraphrases the meaning of the chorus above?


1. John Brown's crusade ended with his death.


2. John Brown's efforts to end slavery were in vain.

3. John Brown's spirit inspires other abolitionists.


4. John Brown deserved his punishment.

Answer 1

3. John Brown's spirit inspired other abolitionists.

Step-by-step explanation:

The idea that his soul goes marching implies that the ideals he set in place before his death are still present and that the spirit of his efforts lives on in others continuing his task.