What impact did the "tragic mulatto" stereotype have on literature?

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It inspired novels focusing on racial passing.It was portrayed exclusively by White writers.It originated during the 20th century.It appeared solely in works by female authors.None of the above.

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The "tragic mulatto" myth significantly influenced literature by inspiring stories about characters who attempted to pass as white to escape racial discrimination. While it has been depicted by various authors, its primary literary effect was the emergence of novels centered on racial passing.