In Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, An American Slave, what does Douglass say is the role of the holidays in the institution of slavery?

a. The holidays are seen as a good time for slaveowners to free some of their slaves.
b. The holidays are the only times that slaves are allowed to see their extended family, and this provides them with enough comfort and strength to make it through the year.
c. The freedoms given to slaves during the holidays increase their desire to run away, and thus holiday celebrations are harshly curtailed by slaveowners.
d. The freedoms given to slaves during the holidays only strengthen the institution of slavery, because those liberties allow for a "safe outlet" for any rebellious sentiments.

d.The freedoms given to slaves during the holidays only strengthen the institution of slavery, because those liberties allow for a "safe outlet" for any rebellious sentiments.

Explanation:

It was seen as a safe time to allow slaves to get drunk and doing so is one way of keeping them servile.

the answer would be: it explains that at least one son must join the church

the expression ''as the tithe of his sons'' indicates how his father intended for at least one of his sons to serve the church. this phrase demonstrates that his father offered him as a last resort since none of his brothers chose to serve the church.

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