Brer Rabbit is an example of what kind of character ?
Correct answer: A. Trickster
- A. Trickster
- B. Victim
- C. Representation of the slave master
- D. "Uncle Tom" character who feels slavery is best for the African American
Explanation
Brer Rabbit is a classic trickster character who survives by using intelligence, deceit, and wit against stronger figures. In African American folklore, this often reflects the oppressed person's indirect resistance to power.
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