Paul Robeson’s work contrasted with that of other black actors at the time because __________
a) he tried to avoid comic roles that played on stereotypes of black people
b) he tried to avoid serious roles so as not to arouse suspicion
c) he began as a stage actor before moving to film
d) he avoided accusations of radical political views
Answer: a
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