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John Winthrop's "City on a Hill"

John Winthrop's "City on a Hill"

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English

9th - 12th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main idea of John Winthrop's 'City on a Hill'?

Back

The main idea is that the Massachusetts Bay Colony should be a model of Christian charity and a beacon of hope for others.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What literary element is exemplified by Winthrop's statement about God helping ten to resist a thousand?

Back

Allusion

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who was John Winthrop addressing in his sermon?

Back

The 700 colonists who set up homes in the Massachusetts Bay Colony.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which colony did John Winthrop govern as the first governor?

Back

Massachusetts Bay Colony

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which U.S. President referenced Winthrop's sermon in a 1961 speech?

Back

John F. Kennedy

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What concept does the idea of a 'city on a hill' help define?

Back

American exceptionalism

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does 'American exceptionalism' mean?

Back

The belief that the United States has a unique mission to be a beacon of democracy and freedom.

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