Lesson 6: Colonial Resistance Quick Check

Front

What is the main emotion expressed by the speaker in the passage?

Back

Sorrow

Front

What action does the speaker hope the sons of the country will take?

Back

Assert their rights with swords

Front

Who is the author of the passage?

Back

Mercy Otis Warren

Front

What is the main argument presented by Thomas Paine in the passage?

Back

Separation and independence are in the true interest of the continent.

Front

According to the passage, what does 'independency' mean?

Back

Making our own laws.

Front

What does Thomas Paine suggest is the 'natural right' of the continent?

Back

To form a government of its own.

Front

What action does the speaker suggest is necessary to achieve freedom?

Back

Fighting for liberty

Front

What does the speaker imply about the possibility of peace and reconciliation?

Back

It is no longer possible

Front

According to the passage, what is the consequence of not fighting?

Back

Submission and slavery

Front

What is the speaker's stance on life and peace in relation to freedom?

Back

Freedom is more valuable than life and peace