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What is the central idea of the speech?
What is the central idea of the speech?
- The inevitability and necessity of fighting for liberty against British tyranny. (correct)
- A warning about the potential economic consequences of war.
- An argument for delaying any decision regarding military action.
- A call for peaceful negotiation and reconciliation with Great Britain.
When the speaker asks, 'Shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction?' what rhetorical device is being used?
When the speaker asks, 'Shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction?' what rhetorical device is being used?
- Metaphor
- Rhetorical question (correct)
- Irony
- Hyperbole
The speaker argues that waiting for a more opportune time to fight is futile because:
The speaker argues that waiting for a more opportune time to fight is futile because:
- Continued inaction will only make them weaker and more vulnerable. (correct)
- British forces are already too strong and numerous.
- Economic conditions will only worsen over time.
- Their potential allies have already been defeated
What does the phrase 'hugging the delusive phantom of hope' imply?
What does the phrase 'hugging the delusive phantom of hope' imply?
The speaker references God in the speech to:
The speaker references God in the speech to:
What sentiment is conveyed by the phrase 'Our chains are forged! Their clanking may be heard on the plains of Boston!'?
What sentiment is conveyed by the phrase 'Our chains are forged! Their clanking may be heard on the plains of Boston!'?
The speaker states, 'The battle, sir, is not to the strong alone; it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave.' What does this imply about the speaker's view of the upcoming conflict?
The speaker states, 'The battle, sir, is not to the strong alone; it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave.' What does this imply about the speaker's view of the upcoming conflict?
Why does the speaker repeat 'let it come' in reference to the war?
Why does the speaker repeat 'let it come' in reference to the war?
What core value does the speaker emphasize in the line, 'Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery?'
What core value does the speaker emphasize in the line, 'Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery?'
The speaker's concluding statement, 'Give me liberty or give me death!' serves primarily to:
The speaker's concluding statement, 'Give me liberty or give me death!' serves primarily to:
Flashcards
Vigilance
Vigilance
Taking decisive action rather than hesitating or delaying.
Activity
Activity
Being proactive and energetic in pursuing a cause.
Bravery
Bravery
Courage and willingness to face danger.
Extenuate
Extenuate
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Slavery
Slavery
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Chains
Chains
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Submission
Submission
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Irresolution
Irresolution
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Delusive phantom of hope
Delusive phantom of hope
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Effectual resistance
Effectual resistance
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Study Notes
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The speaker argues against the idea that they are too weak to fight a formidable adversary.
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The speaker questions when they would be stronger, suggesting that waiting will only lead to disarmament and British guards in their homes.
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Gathering strength requires resolution and action, not inaction and false hope, which will only allow enemies to bind them.
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They are not weak if they use the means provided by God.
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Millions of people armed for liberty in their own country are invincible.
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God will raise up friends to fight for them.
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Victory belongs to the vigilant, active, and brave.
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There is no choice but to fight, as retreat means submission and slavery.
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Chains are being forged, and the sound can be heard in Boston.
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War is inevitable.
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It is useless to downplay the situation; there is no peace.
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The war has already begun.
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The next storm from the north will bring the sounds of battle.
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Their compatriots are already fighting.
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The speaker questions why they are standing idle.
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They ask if life and peace are worth the price of slavery.
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The speaker declares that they want liberty or death.
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