In the autobiography by benjamin franklin, how does franklin begin his project of moral perfection?
he imitates famous people.
he compiles thirteen virtues.
he avoids trifling conversations.
he researches moral codes.

- "the answers are a and b.  

when cullen speaks of planting while others reap, and standing "abject and mute," he is speaking about the racial injustices present in american society. as these injustices have changed over time, the american identity  has also shifted. those changes are, in turn, reflected in american literature."

the author wants to draw the reader deeper into the experiences.