Logical appeal is a persuasive technique that—

a. provides reasons to support a particular opinion/action

What does the final paragraph "publish and declare"?

The colonists are a free and independent nation

An emotional appeal—

a. uses wordsand images to stir up audience’s feelings

When should a government be abolished, according to Jefferson?

When that government seeks to go against/hurt the people.

What is the main point of Paine’s essay?

The colonists must endure and fight

Toward the end of the selection, Paine intends to inspire readers by—

urging that the colonists unite and firmly defend themselves

Jefferson uses parallel structure in his arguments when he—

repeats identical words/phrases at beginning of paragraphs

The main purpose of Patrick Henry’s “Speech inthe Virginia Convention” is to

persuade the colonists to enter into war againstBritain

What is the main point of Benjamin Franklin’s speech in the Convention?

The Constitution is as good as it's going to get

In The Crisis, Paine is discussing “the summer soldier” and “sunshine patriot” to refer to

those who support the Revolution when it is convenient.

What advantage does Franklin see in the unanimity of the delegates?

It shows a strong, united front.

What is the overall purpose of Franklin’s aphorisms in Poor Richard’s Almanack?

To give advice and insights about life

What aspects of Franklin's MP plan did not go as he expected?

It took longer than the originally planned 13 weeks.

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1
Logical appeal is a persuasive technique that—
a. supports both logic and emotion in persuasive pieces
a. shows listeners can be influenced by fiery words
a. provides reasons to support a particular opinion/action
a. gives positive reinforcement to decisions already made
2
What does the final paragraph "publish and declare"?
Britain is a bad place to live
The colonists are a free and independent nation
War is over; we're free
The king is a dictator
3
An emotional appeal—
a. makeslisteners sit back before finally taking action
a. helps peoplemake decisions that they will regret
forces someone to analyze situation in step-by-step process
a. uses wordsand images to stir up audience’s feelings
4
Which of the following was not one of the first three presidents?
J. Madison
T. Jefferson
G. Washington
J. Adams
5
When should a government be abolished, according to Jefferson?
When the people feel that itis time
When the people are bored with it
When that government seeks to go against/hurt the people.
When the government tries to pass laws askingfor high taxes
6
What is the main point of Paine’s essay?
The king is a fool
Colonies who support Britain are weak
The colonists must endure and fight
The time for armed struggle is over
7
Toward the end of the selection, Paine intends to inspire readers by—
describing in detail General Howe’s failed battles
pointing out the strengths of the small colonial army
urging that the colonists unite and firmly defend themselves
declaring himself "ultimate ruler of the world"
8
The American Revolution was during the
Age of Imagination
Age of God
Age of Romanticism
Age of Reason
9
Jefferson uses parallel structure in his arguments when he—
repeats identical words/phrases at beginning of paragraphs
ends many paragraphs with figures of speech
supportseach argument with figurative language
links clauses and phrases with conjunctions
10
The main purpose of Patrick Henry’s “Speech inthe Virginia Convention” is to
convince the colonists that Britain will notfight
persuade his audience that he would make a goodpresident.
persuade the colonists to enter into war againstBritain
maintain peace in America at all costs
11
The Boston Massacre resulted in the deaths of how many people?
10
15
5
20
12
How does Benjamin Franklin begin his quest to achieve moral perfection?
He goes on a sabbatical to learn from the greats.
He avoids conversation with his wife.
He takes a nap.
He makes a list of 13 virtues.
13
Around what major idea does Henry organize his speech?
The colonists desire their freedom
There is no longer any possibility of peace
The times demand patriotism.
War has already broken out.
14
What war came before the Revolution
French and Indian War
Civil War
War of 1812
World War I
15
What is the main point of Benjamin Franklin’s speech in the Convention?
The Constitution is perfect as is
The Constitution is as good as it's going to get
It is too weak to be approved
He doesn’t support the Constitution at all
16
In The Crisis, Paine is discussing “the summer soldier” and “sunshine patriot” to refer to
Tories
revolutionary soldiers who keep their spirits up
those who support the Revolution when it is convenient.
agricultural workers who have joined the revolutionary army
17
What advantage does Franklin see in the unanimity of the delegates?
It makes voting easier
He doesn't want to do any more work
It shows a strong, united front.
It shows they can do something right
18
What is the overall purpose of Franklin’s aphorisms in Poor Richard’s Almanack?
To poke fun at people
To call people out for their failures
To show good vs bad behavior
To give advice and insights about life
19
Which of the following is not an “unalienable” right, “The Declaration of Independence”?
food
liberty
life
pursuit of happiness
20
What aspects of Franklin's MP plan did not go as he expected?
It took him 13 years.
It took longer than the originally planned 13 weeks.
He finished all 13 in one week.
He was never able to complete the plan.

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