Part A

In her speech, why does Catt emphasize quotations from the Revolutionary War and from historical American leaders?

A. She uses the quotations as evidence for the argument that a democratic government must give all citizens the same rights.
B. She uses the quotations as evidence that men have supported women's rights throughout American history.
C. She uses the quotations as evidence to show that women contributed to the war effort and now deserve to have the vote.
D. She uses the quotations as evidence that protecting the principles of democracy was the main reason for the world war.