Read the following excerpt from a 1775 speech by Patrick Henry in which he presents his ideas concerning the American colonists' relationship with Great Britain:Let us not, I beseech you, sir, deceive ourselves longer. Sir, we have done every thing that could be done, to avert the storm which is now coming on. We have petitioned; we have remonstrated; we have supplicated; we have prostrated ourselves before the throne, and have implored its interposition to arrest the tyrannical hands of the ministry and parliament. Our petitions have been slighted; our remonstrances have produced additional violence and insult; our supplications have been disregarded; and we have been spurned, with contempt, from the foot of the throne!What is most likely the author's purpose in this section of the speech?A.To build a sense of trust with his audienceB.To suggest the need to sue for peaceC.To rationalize the need to resort to warD.To reflect upon the challenges enduredSUBMITarrow_backPREVIOUS

Read the following excerpt from a 1775 speech by Patrick Henry in which he presents his ideas concerning the American colonists' relationship with Great Britain:I have but one lamp by which my feet are guided; and that is the lamp of experience. I know of no way of judging of the future but by the past. And judging by the past, I wish to know what there has been in the conduct of the British ministry for the last ten years, to justify those hopes with which gentlemen have been pleased to solace themselves and the house? Is it that insidious smile with which our petition has been lately received? Trust it not, sir; it will prove a snare to your feet. Suffer not yourselves to be betrayed with a kiss.Which best explains the purpose of the rhetorical device used in this excerpt?A.The allusion to Judas's betrayal of Jesus with a kiss appeals to the audience's sense of logic.B.The strong appeal to pathos urges the audience to follow their passions rather than their reason.C.The imagery of the British receiving the petition with a smile illustrates ambiguity of the situation.D.The metaphor of a lamp to represent experience implies that Henry has an authoritative awareness of the topic.

Select the correct answer.Read the excerpt from paragraph 3 of the passage.Sir, we have done everything that could be done to avert the storm which is now coming on. We have petitioned; we have remonstrated; we have supplicated; we have prostrated ourselves before the throne, and have implored its interposition to arrest the tyrannical hands of the ministry and Parliament.What connection does Henry make with his use of repetition? A. the need to work together to keep peace with Great Britain B. the desire of the colonists to overthrow British rule and govern by independence C. the past attempts at settlement that have worked for other nations D. the failed attempts at compromise that have brought them to this point

Read the following excerpt from a 1775 speech by Patrick Henry in which he presents his ideas concerning the American colonists' relationship with Great Britain:Mr. President, it is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of hope. We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth, and listen to the song of the siren, till she transforms us into beasts. Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty? Are we disposed to be of the number of those, who, having eyes, see not, and having ears, hear not, the things which so nearly concern their temporal salvation? For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it may cost, I am willing to know the whole truth; to know the worst, and to provide for it.Which best explains the purpose of the rhetorical device used in this excerpt?A.The use of parallelism draws attention to the many peaceful steps the colonists have taken.B.The personification of the struggle for liberty makes it a familiar and relatable topic.C.The rhetorical questions highlight the absurdity of passively ignoring the truth about Great Britain's intentions.D.The repetition of the words "sir" and "throne" emphasize the point that the colonists are subordinate to Great Britain.The imagery of a colonist with no eyes and no ears illustrates how helpless they all are at the hands of Great Britain.

What is the author's purpose in Patrick Henry's speech?A.To warn the king that they were no longer going to follow his rulesB.To urge the colonists to pack their things and move westC.To explain to the British that their presence was no longer neededD.To show the colonists that war with Britain was their only option

Read the following excerpt from a 1775 speech by Patrick Henry in which he presents his ideas concerning the American colonists' relationship with Great Britain:Shall we try argument? Sir, we have been trying that for the last ten years. Have we anything new to offer upon the subject? Nothing. We have held the subject up in every light of which it is capable; but it has all been in vain. Shall we resort to entreaty and humble supplication? What terms shall we find which have not already been exhausted?Which best explains the purpose of the rhetorical device used in this excerpt?A.The metaphor of a storm to represent the monarchy implies that it is powerful and unpredictable.B.The strong appeal to ethos leads the audience to trust and agree with the speaker.C.The repetition of the words "sir" and "throne" emphasize the point that the colonists are subordinate to Great Britain.D.The use of parallelism draws attention to the many peaceful steps the colonists have taken.