Question

Which of the following quotes in this paragraph best achieves Henry’s purpose to persuade the audience to join him in his fight for American independence?
Answer choices for the above question

A. “Mr. President, it is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of hope.”

B. “Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty?”

C. “For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it may cost, I am willing to know the whole truth; to know the worst, and to provide for it.”

D. “We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth, and listen to the song of that siren till she transforms us into beasts.”

Answer 1

To persuade the audience to join him in his fight for American independence, the quote that best achieves Henry's purpose is:

**D. “We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth, and listen to the song of that siren till she transforms us into beasts.”**

This quote compellingly calls out the audience's tendency to ignore the harsh realities of their situation, urging them to confront the truth and take action instead of passively accepting their circumstances. It effectively appeals to their sense of urgency and responsibility in the fight for liberty.