Which of the Following Was True of Minstrel Shows in the 1830s

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was true of minstrel shows in the 1830s and 1840s?

A) By ridiculing African Americans, they encouraged racial stereotyping.
B) They provided a forum through which whites and blacks could better understand and accept their cultural differences.
C) They served as the major entry point for African Americans into the entertainment industry.
D) By popularizing African American song and dance, they served to break down racial barriers.