Question

independent read: narrative of the life of frederick douglass (chapter 11)
reading quiz
question 2
instructions
read the question carefully and select the best answer.
which of the following answers best describes \the most painful thought\ douglass contends with when escaping from slavery?
a. leaving his friends behind
b. abandoning hugh auld
c. arriving in a new city
d. getting caught

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option based on Douglass's narrative. When escaping slavery, the emotional pain of leaving friends (who were also enslaved or part of his support) is a key theme. Option B is incorrect as Hugh Auld was a slaveholder. Option C (arriving in a new city) is more of a new beginning, not painful. Option D (getting caught) is a fear, but the "most painful thought" relates to leaving connections, so A is correct.

Answer:

A. leaving his friends behind