Question

How do you think Frederick Douglass's experiences as a former slave impacted or shaped his arguments or

claims in this speech?

Answer 1

That it is hypocritical to celebrate the Fourth of July as a day of freedom and independence while slaves are not independent nor do they have freedom.

Answer 2

Answer: he went it so he knew what he was talking about. So they couldn't just say you weren't a slave you don't know what you're talking about.

Step-by-step explanation: