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2023 Benjamin Franklin's Speech in the Convention

2023 Benjamin Franklin's Speech in the Convention

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Flashcard

English

11th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RL.2.6, RI.11-12.5, RI.8.8

+11

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the MAIN point of Benjamin Franklin's 'Speech in the Convention'?

Back

The Constitutional Convention should support the Constitution because it is as good as it is likely to be.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Ben Franklin's view on government?

Back

A strong government is based on the wisdom of the officials and the goodness of the way it is run.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the reference to the Builders of Babel signify in Franklin's speech?

Back

It refers to the challenges and misunderstandings faced by people trying to achieve great things together, as illustrated in the biblical story of the Tower of Babel.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does Franklin imply about our nation's enemies?

Back

They are waiting for us to fail and separate.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why did Franklin use the analogy of the French Lady in his speech?

Back

To lighten the mood and kindly inform the delegates that they are not perfect, even if they always think they are right.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the Constitutional Convention in American history?

Back

It was a gathering that addressed the weaknesses of the Articles of Confederation and led to the drafting of the U.S. Constitution.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does Franklin's speech reflect the principles of compromise?

Back

Franklin emphasizes the importance of unity and compromise among the delegates to ensure the success of the Constitution.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

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