What is the authors purpose for including the scene in his memoir? The narrative of the life of Frederick Douglass: Exerpt from chapter 1 A: it provides the family history that is necessary for readers to understand Frederick Douglas ‘ memoir.

B: aunt Hester‘s disobedience illustrates the root of most conflicts between slave Masters and their slaves.

C: it contrasts Douglas’ grandmothers actions towards her master with Aunt Hester‘s actions revealing his grandmothers wisdom

D: her dignity contrast with the Masters violence actions towards her, emphrasing the masters cruelty