Reference no: EM133628079
Assignment:
Read: W.E.B. Du Bois, The Souls of Black Folk,
Final Reflection:
Du Bois uses this quote, "the Negro is a sort of seventh son, born with a veil, and gifted with second-sight in this American world - a world which yields him no true consciousness, but only lets him see himself through the revelation of the other world." This quote describes the concept of the veil.
1. What are the three characteristics of the veil according to Du Bois?
2. Who are "the Talented Tenth" according to Du Bois? What is their duty to Black communities? Do you agree or disagree?
3. Du Bois placed a significant emphasis on education as the best way toward liberation for Black communities. He specifically believed that Black people who were classically trained at colleges and universities should lead Black people toward social and racial progress. Who does this leave out? What impact does this have? Do you agree or disagree with this idea?
Write 1000 words reflection responding to the questions above.
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