AP Language Unit 4 Chavez MCQ Practice

In "Lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.," how does Cesar Chavez use historical context to support his argument for nonviolent resistance?

• By referencing the economic impact of violent protests

• By highlighting the success of the civil rights movement

• By discussing the failures of past violent revolutions

• By comparing nonviolent resistance to military strategies

What reasoning does Chavez use to argue that nonviolence is more effective than violence in achieving social change?

• Nonviolence is less costly than violence

• Nonviolence garners more public sympathy and support

• Nonviolence is easier to organize and execute

• Nonviolence is a quicker method to achieve goals

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Analyze how Chavez's use of rhetorical questions in the text serves to engage the reader in his argument. What is the primary effect of this technique?

• It confuses the reader about the main argument

• It prompts the reader to question their own beliefs

• It provides clear answers to complex issues

• It distracts from the main points being made

Evaluate the effectiveness of Chavez's comparison between Dr. King's methods and those of other historical figures. How does this comparison strengthen his argument?

• It shows that all leaders eventually resort to violence

• It demonstrates the universal applicability of nonviolence

• It highlights the differences in leadership styles

• It suggests that nonviolence is only effective in certain contexts

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Chavez discusses the moral implications of nonviolence. How does he use ethical reasoning to persuade his audience?

• By arguing that nonviolence is the only way to achieve true justice

• By suggesting that violence is sometimes necessary

• By claiming that nonviolence is a sign of weakness

• By stating that nonviolence is a temporary solution

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What strategic planning does Chavez suggest is necessary for successful nonviolent resistance?

• Organizing large-scale violent protests

• Building alliances with political leaders

• Educating the public about the issues

• Using social media to spread the message

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does Chavez address potential criticisms of nonviolent resistance in his essay?

• By ignoring them completely

• By acknowledging them and providing counterarguments

• By agreeing with the criticisms

• By dismissing them as irrelevant

In what way does Chavez use evidence from Dr. King's life to support his claims about nonviolence?

• By detailing Dr. King's failures

• By highlighting Dr. King's speeches

• By showcasing Dr. King's achievements

• By focusing on Dr. King's personal life

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Chavez argues that nonviolence requires more courage than violence. What evidence does he provide to support this claim?

• Nonviolence leads to immediate results

• Nonviolence often involves facing physical harm without retaliation

• Nonviolence is less likely to provoke a response

• Nonviolence is a passive approach

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

How does Chavez's discussion of economic factors contribute to his argument for nonviolent resistance?

• By showing that violence disrupts economic stability

• By arguing that economic factors are irrelevant

• By suggesting that nonviolence is economically beneficial

• By claiming that economic factors are secondary to moral ones