American Revolution Primary Source Practice #1

Who delivered the speech 'Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death'?

• Benjamin Franklin

• Patrick Henry

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

What is the main theme of Patrick Henry's speech?

• The value of friendship

• The fight for freedom

• The need for peace

• The importance of education

What does Patrick Henry suggest is the only option left?

• Appeal to arms

• Surrender

• Negotiation

• Retreat

What does Patrick Henry say about the British ministry's actions?

• They are indifferent

• They are friendly

• They are deceptive

• They are supportive

What does Patrick Henry say about the strength of the people?

• They are weak

• They are invincible

• They are indifferent

• They are unprepared

What does Patrick Henry want the colonists to do now, and why? Use one short quote from the speech to support your answer.

Sentence frames (pick 2):

• Patrick Henry wants the colonists to ______ because ______.

• The quote “______” shows ______.

• In my words, this means ______.

Word bank (student-friendly):
argue (talk/convince), petition (written request), hope (wish), fight (use force), freedom, slavery (being controlled), British, war, peace, reconcile (make up)

Tags

VA.VUS.1.a.

VA.VUS.4.b.