What to the Slave is the Fourth of July Flashcard

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How does Douglass’s diction establish his perspective about the future of America?

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The diction used by Douglass indicates his resentment towards the Fourth of July towards those that are not truly free.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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Best analysis of the central idea for paragraph 2?

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The church is working towards protecting slavery in the name of Christianity.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.2

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What is Douglass’s purpose for writing “Oration in Delivered in Corinthian Hall, Rochester”?

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To highlight the hypocrisy of celebrating freedom and independence while slavery still exists in the United States.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

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How does the use of the word “indifferent'' contribute to the meaning of paragraph two?

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It highlights the lack of action taken by the church to end slavery.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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How does the included author’s background in “Oration in Delivered in Corinthian Hall, Rochester” impact the purpose of the speech?

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It highlights Douglass's history as a slave which demonstrates his credibility as a voice for abolitionism.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

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How does Douglass effectively employ rhetorical appeals in Paragraph 2?

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He employs Ethos by pointing out the “blasphemy” of claiming Christianity while supporting slavery.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

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How does Douglass’s use of antithesis in paragraph one reflect his views about the Fourth of July?

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It shows the contrasting meanings the 4th of July has to enslaved and freed Americans.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.2