Instructions Read the source. Answer each free response ques…
Instructions Read the source. Answer each free response question below. Your answers will be graded with the SAQ rubric. Source Speech excerpt on Frederick Douglass’ perspective on the potential relationship between the United States and Haiti. “Haiti is a rich country. She has many things which we need and we have many things which she needs. Intercourse between us is easy. Measuring distance by time and improved steam navigation, Haiti will one day be only three days from New York and thirty-six hours from Florida; in fact our next door neighbor. On this account, as well as others equally important, friendly and helpful relations should subsist between the two countries. Though we have a thousand years of civilization behind us, and Haiti only a century behind her; though we are large and Haiti is small; though we are strong and Haiti is weak; though we are a continent and Haiti is bounded on all sides by the sea, there may come a time when even in the weakness of Haiti there may be strength to the United States.” SAQ Identify the specific benefits Douglass envisions from increased interaction between the two nations. Explain how Douglass addresses the power imbalance between them. Interpret the future scenario Douglass hints at where Haiti’s “weakness” might become a “strength” for the United States. Assess what this reveals about Douglass’ broader views on race, power, and international relations during this era. Resource Douglass, Frederick, World’S Columbian Exposition, and Daniel Murray Pamphlet Collection. “Lecture on Haiti: the Haitian Pavilion dedication ceremonies delivered at the World’s Fair, in Jackson Park, Chicago, Jan. 2d.” [Chicago, Ill.: Violet Agents Supply Co., 1893]. PDF. Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/02012340/.
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