A Modest Proposal

The author’s style is characterized by his I. technical diction II. ironic tone III. elaborate syntax

• II only

• I and II only

• I, II, and III

• I only

In paragraph 6, with the phrase “except where they are of towardly parts,” the speaker I. Refuses a contrasting argument in order to strengthen his position II. Qualifies a previous generalization about the Irish children III. Offers an exception to the terms of the proposal

• II only

• I, II, and III

• I only

• I and II only

The speaker appeals to each of the following EXCEPT

• pity

• reason

• economy

• avarice

Paragraph 15 presents appeals to each of the following EXCEPT

• patriotism

• economy

• utility

• indulgence

In paragraph 17, the speaker offers as a “refinement” of his proposal each of the following EXCEPT

• there would result a loss of able-bodied workers

• the cost of fattening teenagers would be prohibitive

• the practice would bring charges of cruelty

• there would result in a loss of breeders

In the fourth sentence of paragraph 17 (“Then as to the females, it would…”), “it” refers to

• “these to be disposed of…otherwise by their nearest relations”

• “cruelty…the strongest objection against any project”

• “both sexes…being now ready to starve for want of work and service”

• “the want of venison…supplied by the bodies of young lads and maidens”

The speaker admits which of the following as the strongest objection to any proposal

• that it would encourage exploitation

• that it would be regarded as cruel

• that it would reduce the population

• that it would violate the law

Which of the following describes the rhetorical progression of paragraph 17?

• general statements followed by specific examples

• attitude of acceptance leading to persuasive reasoning

• statements of flattery moving to gentle criticism

• presentation of qualified argument followed by refutation

With the phrase “persons of quality”, in paragraph 18, the speaker appeals to

• economy

• philanthropy

• pity

• gentility

The speaker uses each of the following arguments in support of his proposal except

• it would prevent voluntary abortions

• it would stimulate Ireland’s economy with a new and profitable export

• it would decrease the incidence of domestic violence

• it would provide greater culinary variety for the genteel