What is John Muir's primary purpose in writing "Save the Redwoods"?
Rhetorical Analysis: John Muir Save the Redwoods

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To entertain readers with stories about trees
To advocate for the preservation of Sequoia trees
To describe the history of the Sierra Club
To explain the process of lumber production
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who is the intended audience of John Muir's writing in "Save the Redwoods"?
Lumberjacks and mill workers
Politicians and policymakers
The general American public
European botanists
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does John Muir use the metaphor of "God's trees" to achieve his purpose?
To suggest that trees are divine and should be worshipped
To emphasize the sacredness and importance of preserving trees
To argue that trees are more important than humans
To imply that trees are invincible and do not need protection
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following examples of connotative language has the strongest negative connotation regarding the destruction of trees?
"dancing-floor"
"ghastly disfigured ruin"
"primeval beauty"
"majestic arms"
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What reasoning does Muir provide to argue against cutting down the Sequoias for lumber?
They are too small to be useful for lumber
They have historical and ecological significance
They are already protected by law
They are not native to California
6.
MULTIPLE SELECT QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
How does Muir use the example of George Washington to illustrate his point about the Sequoias? Choose 2
To show that both are American symbols
To compare the value of trees to historical figures
To argue that both are outdated and irrelevant
To suggest that both should be preserved for future generations
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the effect of Muir's use of the phrase "righteous uprising" in the context of tree preservation?
It suggests a violent rebellion
It conveys a sense of moral duty and justice
It implies a religious movement
It indicates a political campaign
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