4a. Marian Anderson took on the struggle of every African American and was “not immune from [the] aspects of racial segregation” (705). Throughout her U.S. tour, Marian was deprived of “hotel accommodations … and service in dining rooms” (705). One of the most publicized incidents of prejudice was when Marian Anderson was “[not allowed] to sing [at Constitution Hall in Washington]” (705). Marian fought through all this prejudice and became one of the greatest singers of her time.
4b. It was very difficult for Marian Anderson and other African Americans to gain success during this time in American history. Before Marian, there were “no well-trained colored singers … [who] had become successful on the concert stage” (702-703). Most people
4b. It was very difficult for Marian Anderson and other African Americans to gain success during this time in American history. Before Marian, there were “no well-trained colored singers … [who] had become successful on the concert stage” (702-703). Most people