From “A Talk to Teachers” by James Baldwin
The word “myth” is used for all of the following purposes EXCEPT to
A.
emphasize the false logic to which many white Americans subscribe regarding African Americans
B.
serve as the foundation for his supporting evidence in this section
C.
establish ethos and show that Baldwin is an unbiased commentator
D.
suggest that white Americans have a childlike desire to believe false stories over harsh realities
E.
suggest that American history is not educational because most accounts have been mythologized