Ota Benga was a Twa pygmy who was captured and displayed in a New York zoo as part of an exhibit. He was showcased alongside monkeys and other animals and was subjected to dehumanizing treatment. His story highlights the history of racism and exploitation against Indigenous peoples, especially those who were brought to the United States against their will.

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Who Was Ota Benga

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Who was Ota Benga?

A) He was the last member of his race of Twa pygmies.
B) He was a Twa scientist who did research to overturn the biological basis of race.
C) He was an anthropologist who worked to make the census racial categories more accurate.
D) He was a Twa pygmy who was captured and exhibited in a New York zoo.
E) He was an African who underwent radical surgery to change his race.

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