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Chapter 18
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How does Douglass characterize the 'holidays' given to slaves between Christmas and New Year's?
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As a genuine expression of goodwill by masters
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As a calculated safety-valve that discouraged slaves from seeking real freedom
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As a time when all slaves were legally freed temporarily
D
As entirely unwelcome to the slaves
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