The answer is:- To show how slavery can destroy the deepest of human bonds.
Explanation— Frederick Douglas’ mother was not allowed to see him due to the laws given to them by their masters. He could only see her at night, because this was when she would sneak out to lie with at night. The practice of separating a mother and child by the slave master was a custom that was intended to break the natural bond of affection between mother and child.
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