Question

"No one section of our country was wholly responsible for its introduction, and, besides, it was recognized and protected for years by the General Government. Having once got its tentacles fastened on to the economic and social life of the Republic, it was no easy matter for the country to relieve itself of the institution." On which point would Washington and W. E. B. Du Bois agree? American society is able to easily overcome the negative effects of slavery. The effects of slavery are so ingrained in American society that the only way to achieve equality is through activism. The effects of slavery are so ingrained in American society that achieving equality for all will take patience. Slavery has lasting and extensive effects on every aspect of American society.

Answer 1

The effects of slavery are so ingrained in American society that achieving equality for all will take patience.

Step-by-step explanation:

Booker T. Washington's "Up From Slavery" is a memoir that narrates his life from a slave to an educated abolitionist. Washington would also play an important part in the fight for slaves' freedom.

The given statement is said by Washington. The institution that he mentioned here is that of slavery, which he claims "[was introduced], recognized and protected for years by the General Government." Moreover, he also expressed his belief that "[the tentacles of slavery are] fastened [that] it was no easy matter for the country to relieve itself f the institution."

This shows that both Washington and Du Bois would agree that the effects of slavery are so ingrained in the American society that it will take a lot of patience to achieve equality for the slaves.

Thus, the correct answer is the third option.