Speech in the Convention Speech Argument & Concession

How does Franklin's use of concession in his speech strengthen his argument?

• By concluding that his opponents are enemies of the country and are unwilling to debate

• By suggesting that his opponents do not want the people to debate or approve the Constitution

• By showing that his opponents do not want elections to happen

• By pointing out that his opponents’ opinions and actions may cause the new government fail

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the primary purpose of Franklin's use of concession in his speech?

• To highlight the weaknesses in his own argument

• To acknowledge the validity of his opponents' concerns while reinforcing his own stance

• To dismiss the concerns of his opponents as irrelevant

• To confuse the audience with contradictory statements

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Analyze how Franklin's acknowledgment of potential objections might influence the audience's perception of his argument.

• It makes his argument appear weaker and less convincing

• It demonstrates his openness to dialogue and strengthens his credibility

• It suggests that he is unsure of his own position

• It shows that he is willing to compromise on key issues

Evaluate the effectiveness of Franklin's strategy in addressing the concerns of his opponents. What impact does this have on the overall persuasiveness of his speech?

• It weakens his argument by giving too much attention to opposing views

• It strengthens his argument by showing he has considered multiple perspectives

• It has no impact on the persuasiveness of his speech

• It confuses the audience by presenting too many conflicting ideas

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In what way does Franklin's concession serve to unify his audience?

• By dismissing the concerns of the minority

• By encouraging a collective effort to address and resolve objections

• By highlighting the divisions within the group

• By focusing solely on the benefits of his own proposal

What is the main argument within Benjamin Franklin’s Speech in the Convention?

• The Constitution should not be approved

• The Constitution should be approved only when its perfect

• The Constitution should be approved because it is as good as it can be.

• The Constitution should be approved because the founding fathers are wise.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Why does Franklin want the other delegates to support the Constitution even though they have problems and complaints with it?

• Support guarantees a well run government

• Support will make public confident in the leadership of the country

• Support shows that they are all very wise

• Support shows that it is a perfect document

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

If every one of us, in returning to our constituents, were to report the objections he has had to it, and endeavor to gain partisans in support of them, we might prevent its being generally received, and thereby lose all the salutary effects and great advantages resulting naturally in our favor among foreign nations, as well as among ourselves, from our real or apparent unanimity.

Rewrite the concession made in the passage in your own words.

Why does Ben Franklin think unanimity is important?

• unanimity proves that the government is powerful and well-run

• unanimity shows that the country is perfect

• unanimity proves that foreign countries shouldn't invade the US

• unanimity makes the approval process faster

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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

Why does Franklin want the other delegates to look past the flaws in the Constitution, go home to their constituents, and approve the Constitution?

• Remaining divided will hurt the economy

• A quick agreement will help the country

• Unanimity will lead to an invasion

• A quick approval will allow problems to develop

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3