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1.4.3 Test (CST): The American Revolution

Question 16 of 20

Which sentence from Patrick Henry's "Speech to the Virginia Delegates" best represents an attempt to appeal to logos to persuade the reader?

A. "Mr. President, it is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of hope."
B. "I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!"
C. "I know of no way of judging the future but by the past."
D. "Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty?"



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Final answer:

Option D: 'Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty?' represents an appeal to logos in Patrick Henry's speech.


Explanation:

The sentence from Patrick Henry's Speech to the Virginia Delegates that best represents an attempt to appeal to logos is option D: 'Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty?'

This sentence appeals to logos by questioning the wisdom of those involved in the struggle for liberty, which is a logical argument based on reason and intellect.

This use of logic aims to persuade the reader by challenging them to consider the rationality of their actions in the pursuit of liberty.


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