"Ain't I a Woman"

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What is the significance of the phrase 'Ain't I a woman?' in Sojourner Truth's speech?

Back

It emphasizes the absurdity of the belief that women lack the strength or intellect to vote.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Front

What does the word 'twixt' mean?

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It means 'between'.

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CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

Front

Who is referred to as the 'first woman God ever made' in Sojourner Truth's speech?

Back

Eve.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Front

Did Sojourner Truth use rhetorical appeals in her speech?

Back

False; she did use rhetorical appeals such as ethos, logos, and pathos.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

What is a rhetorical question?

Back

A rhetorical question is a device used by a writer where no reply is expected or the reader is directed to one desired reply.

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CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

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What rhetorical appeal focuses on credibility and ethics?

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Ethos.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

What rhetorical appeal focuses on logic and reasoning?

Back

Logos.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

What rhetorical appeal focuses on emotions and feelings?

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Pathos.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

In the context of Sojourner Truth's speech, what does the phrase 'white men will be in a fix' imply?

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It suggests that white men will face challenges or dilemmas due to the rising demands for rights from both black men and women.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

Front

What historical context is important to understand Sojourner Truth's speech?

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The speech addresses issues of gender and racial equality during the abolitionist movement and women's rights movement in the 19th century.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9