Up From Slavery
1. What was Washington’s opinion of the Christmas holiday customs of his African-American neighbors?
1. What was Washington’s opinion of the Christmas holiday customs of his African-American neighbors?
1. What was Washington’s opinion of the Christmas holiday customs of his African-American neighbors?
Washington is perplexed that they take so much time off work, drink,and have parties. He worries that they have lost the true meaning of Christmas. He wants them to share in the beauty of the real meaning of Christmas.