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How come black people eat watermelons?
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The origin of the stereotype that black people eat large amounts of watermelons is unknown, but it dates back as early as the 19th century. Some suggest it could be linked to the fact that watermelon is one of the few fruits and vegetables that are still associated with a slave-like culture, as it was often the only cool treat available to those working in the hot fields. Others speculate that the tradition of eating watermelon might have come from enslaved Africans who ate the fruit as a symbol of protest during a period of limited food access. It might also be connected to cultural and historical contexts, as some black Southerners associate eating watermelon with a feeling of home and comfort. Whatever the reason, it is evident that this seemingly odd tradition has carried over to today and will likely continue on into the future.