Question

Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I.

"The heart that feels not is dead; the blood of his children will curse his cowardice who shrinks back at a time when a little might have saved the whole and made them happy."

What is the purpose of the figurative language in this excerpt?
to evoke in the audience admiration for those who aid and comfort the needy
to evoke in the audience concern for the safety of children and loved ones
to evoke in the audience shame for placing self-preservation above the good of the community
to evoke in the audience anger at children who disrespect the authority of their parents
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Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I.

"My own line of reasoning is to myself as straight and clear as a ray of light."

Paine most likely uses this language to convince his audience that
he is completely confident in his reasoning.
his reasoning is supported by many others.
his reasoning is influenced by the laws of nature.
their reasoning is flawed if they disagree with him.
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Read the quotation from The Crisis, Number IV.

“It is not a field of a few acres of ground, but a cause, that we are defending, and whether we defeat the enemy in one battle, or by degrees, the consequences will be the same.”

Which phrase best describes the “cause” that Paine refers to?
the strength to start a rebellion
fair treatment from the king
gaining control over more land
freedom from an oppressive government
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Read the statement.

Achieving independence requires sacrifice and determination.

This statement is the The Crisis, Number IV’s
minor premise.
conclusion.
major premise.
body.
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How are the speakers’ senses of self-esteem similar in "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" and "Deliverance From Another Sore Fit"?
In both poems, the speakers consider themselves insignificant.
In both poems, the speakers express a great deal of pride.
In both poems, the speakers express humility before a larger and greater force.
In both poems, the speakers express great doubt as to their abilities.
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Which statement best describes the rhyme scheme of "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason"?
There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABAB throughout.
There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABCB throughout.
There is a series of consecutive rhyming couplets.
There is an absence of a clear rhyme scheme.
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The purpose of the figurative language in this excerpt is **to evoke in the audience shame for placing self-preservation above the good of the community**. The use of strong imagery and emotional appeals emphasizes the moral responsibility individuals have toward others, particularly children, and criticizes those who choose inaction out of fear or self-interest.
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Paine most likely uses this language to convince his audience that **he is completely confident in his reasoning.** The comparison of his reasoning to a "ray of light" suggests clarity and certainty, implying that he possesses a strong conviction in his thoughts and arguments.
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The phrase that best describes the “cause” that Paine refers to is **freedom from an oppressive government.** Paine emphasizes the larger principle at stake beyond mere territorial or military victories, indicating that the struggle is about liberty and the right to self-governance.
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This statement is the **major premise** of The Crisis, Number IV. A major premise typically presents a general statement or idea that can support conclusions and further arguments. In this case, it establishes the notion that independence is contingent upon sacrifice and determination.
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In both poems, the speakers express **humility before a larger and greater force.** This reflects a sense of recognition of their own limitations in the face of something much larger than themselves, whether that be nature, fate, or a higher power.
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The statement that best describes the rhyme scheme of "A Thought on the Inestimable Blessing of Reason" is **There are two stanzas with the rhyme scheme ABCB throughout.** This means that the second and fourth lines of each stanza rhyme, while the first and third lines do not.