What is the origin of Phillis Wheatley's name? A.
The name of the ship that brought her from Africa, and the family name of her master
B.
Her mother's favorite English poet
C.
Figures from classical Greek mythology
D.
The name of the town in which she lived after she was given her freedom

A

Explanation:

Wheatley was captured by slave traders and brought to America in 1761. Upon arrival, she was sold to the Wheatley family in Boston, Massachusetts. Her first name Phillis was derived from the ship that brought her to America, “the Phillis.”

cultural achievements of the 1920's 2010  

1. cultural achievements and african american achievements in the 1920’s  

2. art and literature charles lindberg flew from ny to paris, france. became national hero; first transatlantic flight.  

3. greenwich village (new york) and the south side (chicago)  many artists, writers, and intellectuals flocked to these areas to share ideas  people lead bohemian, or artistic and unconventional, lifestyles