Question

what is most closely the meaning of disease as it is used in the following passage (paragraph 13)? we know through painful experience that freedom is never voluntarily given by the oppressor; it must be demanded by the oppressed. frankly, i have yet to engage in a direct action campaign that was \well timed\ in the view of those who have not suffered unduly from the disease of segregation. a. a problem causing great societal harm b. a sickness like the flu c. something that can be easily cured d. poor living conditions

Explanation:

The passage uses "disease" metaphorically to describe segregation. Segregation is a social - problem causing great harm to society. It is not a literal sickness like the flu, nor something easily cured, and not about poor living conditions.

Answer:

A. a problem causing great societal harm