FAREWELL ADDRESS (CRM 2.2--REVIEW SKILLS)

Which statement best explains how President Washington’s use of figurative language in paragraph 5 reflects his views about the relationship between patriotism and the people? (R.3.4)

• The people must show patriotism in the country as a whole and ignore geographical differences.

• The people must show sympathy for those who are not American citizens.

• The people must show a united effort to spread the laws of the United States to others.

• The people must show their unwavering support of the country and fight for its protection at all costs.

1. Select the statement that shows how President Washington’s diction (word choice) establishes his perspective about the necessity of religion in paragraph 9.  (R.2.3)

• 1. Washington believes that patriotism should be as strong as religion.

• 1. Washington believes that religion should not be considered when discussing politics.

• 1. Washington believes that one can only have a sense of morality with a belief in religion.

• 1. Washington believes that religion within the two political parties is the only way to succeed.

1. Which of the following statements is the best analysis of the central idea for paragraph 6? (R.2.2)

• 1. The existence of the union should intimidate other countries from invading.

• 1. The union must remain united in order to persevere through hardships.

• 1. The importance of the union can only be seen in its military.

• 1. The union should rely on foreign alliances when necessary for peace.

1. Which of the following quotations best reflects Washington’s purpose in paragraphs 1-2? (R.2.3)

• 1. “I should now apprise you of the resolution I have formed, to decline being considered among the number of those out of whom a choice is to be made”

• 1. “I beg you at the same time to do me the justice to be assured that this resolution has not been taken without a strict regard to all the considerations appertaining to the relation which binds a dutiful citizen to his country…”

• 1. “I am influenced by no diminution of zeal for your future interest, no deficiency of grateful respect for your past kindness, but am supported by a full conviction that the step is compatible with both.”

• 1. “The period for a new election of a citizen to administer the executive government of the United States being not far distant”

1. How does the bolded letter introduction "Friends and Citizens:" impact the text?   (R.2.1)

• 1. It provides a connection to the audience enhanced by  beginning and ending the speech with personal experiences.

• 1. It gives a separate focus on the personal nature of the speech to the audience of specific subgroups.

• 1. It leads into a clear outline on the responsibilities of the American people in selecting a new leader. 

• 1. It supports the struggle that has been experienced by all in leading a new nation.

1. What is the author’s purpose for including the rhetorical questions in paragraph 11? (R.3.4)

• 1. to highlight the temptations he has faced as the first president

• 1. to persuade the audience that doubt in the union will cause it to fail

• 1. to show the benefits of what treaties with other nations could bring

• 1. to emphasize that long term success should outweigh short term happiness

1. What is Washington’s purpose for writing The Farewell Address? (R.2.3)

• 1. To warn Americans about the importance of choosing their next leader

• 1. To give advice to Americans on how to preserve a free government 

• 1. To highlight the success he had in his policies

• 1. To explain his reason for refusing a third presidential term