Question

guided practice
read this passage from my bondage and my freedom.
if i remained in a separate room from the family for any considerable length of time, i was sure to be suspected of having a book, and was at once called upon to give an account of myself. all this, however, was entirely too late. the first, and never to be retraced, step had been taken. in teaching me the alphabet, in the days of her simplicity and kindness, my mistress had given me the \inch,\ and now, no ordinary precaution could prevent me from taking the \ell.\
what is douglass saying about his intentions?
a. he will be grateful to the aulds for furnishing him with an education.
b. he will continue to try to read, no matter what.
c. he will leave baltimore in order to be able to read.
d. he will give up reading if he is punished for it.

Explanation:

The passage states that Douglass's mistress already taught him the alphabet, and "no ordinary precaution could prevent me from taking the 'ell'". This shows his unwavering intent to keep learning to read despite any barriers. Option A is incorrect because he notes the kindness was a past step that can't be retraced, not gratitude for an education. Options C and D are not supported, as there's no mention of leaving Baltimore or giving up if punished.

Answer:

B. He will continue to try to read, no matter what.