Question

cast it down in agriculture, mechanics, in commerce, in domestic service, and in the professions. and in this connection it is well to bear in mind that whatever other sins the south may be called to bear, when it comes to business, pure and simple, it is in the south that the negro is given a mans chance in the commercial world, and in nothing is this exposition more eloquent than in emphasizing this chance.
-up from slavery,
booker t. washington
which reason best supports the authors claim that industry in the south will provide black people with opportunities for success?
○ the south has embraced the ideals of justice and equality for black citizens.
○ the variety of work available in the south provides many prospects for prosperity.
○ the exposition focuses on professions that have been denied to african americans.
○ agriculture, mechanics, commerce, and domestic service provide limited opportunities.

Explanation:

The author's text lists diverse fields (agriculture, mechanics, commerce, domestic service, professions) in the South where Black people have a "man's chance" in the commercial world. The correct option aligns with this focus on varied work leading to prosperity. The first option is incorrect as the text does not mention justice/equality ideals. The third option is wrong because the exposition highlights accessible, not denied, professions. The fourth option contradicts the text, which frames these fields as providing opportunities, not limited ones.

Answer:

B. The variety of work available in the South provides many prospects for prosperity.