U4 C2 PS1 Exit Ticket

What is the main purpose of Patrick Henry's speech to the Second Virginia Convention?

• To entertain the audience with stories of past wars

• To persuade the audience to take military action against British oppression

• To inform the audience about the benefits of British rule

• To request more time for peaceful negotiations

According to Patrick Henry, why are the British sending armies and navies to the colonies?

• To protect the colonies from other European powers

• To enforce British laws and subjugate the colonists

• To establish new trade routes

• To explore new territories

What reasoning does Patrick Henry use to argue against further peaceful negotiations with Britain?

• The British have promised to consider the colonists' requests

• Previous petitions and protests have been ignored or met with violence

• The British have reduced taxes on the colonies

• The colonists have not yet tried peaceful negotiations

What does Patrick Henry suggest is the only remaining option for the colonists if they wish to be free?

• To continue sending petitions to the British king

• To fight against British forces

• To move to another country

• To accept British rule

How does Patrick Henry use rhetorical questions to strengthen his argument?

• By confusing the audience with complex questions

• By encouraging the audience to think critically about the situation

• By providing clear answers to all questions

• By avoiding any direct statements

What emotional appeal does Patrick Henry use at the end of his speech?

• He appeals to the audience's sense of humor

• He appeals to the audience's fear of war

• He appeals to the audience's desire for freedom

• He appeals to the audience's loyalty to the British crown

Why does Patrick Henry believe there is "no longer any room for hope" in peaceful reconciliation?

• Because the British have agreed to all colonial demands

• Because previous attempts at peace have been met with contempt and violence

• Because the colonists have not tried hard enough

• Because the British have left the colonies alone

What does Patrick Henry mean by "give me liberty or give me death"?

• He would rather die than live without freedom

• He wants to negotiate for better living conditions

• He is willing to accept British rule if necessary

• He is indifferent to the outcome of the conflict

How does Patrick Henry address the potential consequences of going to war with Britain?

• He dismisses the possibility of war entirely

• He acknowledges the risks but emphasizes the necessity for freedom

• He suggests that war will be easy and without loss

• He avoids discussing the consequences altogether

What evidence does Patrick Henry provide to support his claim that the British military buildup is intended for the colonies?

• He cites specific British military orders

• He argues that there are no other enemies in the region

• He provides letters from the British king

• He references treaties with other nations