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3. Douglass first responds to Tubman's request by saying:
You ask for what you do not need when you call upon me for a word of
commendation. I need such words from you far more than you can need them
from me...
What is his reason for stating that Tubman has no need for his words of praise?
А He suggests her contributions to the abolitionist cause have been even greater
than his own.
B He believes truly good deeds do not require recognition.
С He implies that he is in greater need of public support than she.
D He believes Harriet Tubman's public reputation is so strong that it needs no
further accolades.