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"PresidentWashington'sFarewell Address,Sep 19, 1797"
by Miller Center
The period for a new election of a citizen toadminister the Executive Government of the UnitedStates being not far distant, and the time actuallyarrived when your thoughts must be employed indesignating the person who is to be clothed with thatimportant trust, it appears to me proper, especiallyas it may conduce to a more distinct expression ofthe public voice, that I should now apprise you of theresolution I have formed, to decline beingconsidered among the number of those out of whoma choice is to be made.
I beg you, at the same time, to do me the justice tobe assured that this resolution has not been takenwithout a strict regard to all the considerationsappertaining to the relation which binds a dutifulcitizen to his country; and that in withdrawing thetender of service, which silence in my Situationmight imply, I am influenced by no diminution of zealfor your future interest, no deficiency of gratefulrespect for your past kindness, but am supported bya full conviction that the step is compatible with both.
Transcript of President George Washington'sSeptember 19, 1796 Farewell Address
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Use the speech to answer the question.
President George Washington delivered thisfarewell address before leaving office in 1796.What is President Washington’s purpose inthis excerpt from his speech? Select the twocorrect answers.
(1 point)
to announce that he will not seek a third
term
to express his gratitude for being allowed
to serve
to give his audience a call to action
toward service
to express his concern for his country’s
future
to deliver a warning to the American
people
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"PresidentWashington'sFarewell Address,Sep 19, 1797"
by Miller Center
For this you have every inducement of sympathyand interest. Citizens by birth or choice, of acommon country, that country has a right toconcentrate your affections. The name of American,which belongs to you in your national capacity, mustalways exalt the just pride of patriotism more thanany appellation derived from local discriminations.With slight shades of difference, you have the samereligion, manners, habits, and political principles.You have in a common cause fought and triumphedtogether; the independence and liberty you possessare the work of joint counsels, and joint efforts ofcommon dangers, sufferings, and successes.
But these considerations, however powerfully theyaddress themselves to your sensibility, are greatlyoutweighed by those which apply more immediatelyto your interest. Here every portion of our countryfinds the most commanding motives for carefullyguarding and preserving the union of the whole.
Transcript of President George Washington'sSeptember 19, 1796 Farewell Address
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Use the speech to answer the question.
President George Washington delivered thisfarewell address before leaving office in 1796.Which statement describes PresidentWashington’s appeal to his audience in thisexcerpt from his speech?
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He stresses that natural-born and
immigrant Americans have a common
bond.
He asserts that their differences should
be a source of patriotic pride.
He tries to unite his audience under their
shared background and mission.
He describes the dangers of political
factions to national unity.
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Use the example to answer the question.
As a four-time Olympic athlete, I can guarantee that this protein bar is the best you’ll find on themarket.
Which
best
evaluates the type of appeal used in this rhetoric?
(1 point)
It is pathos because it appeals to emotion.
It is kairos because it appeals to timeliness.
It is logos because it appeals to logic.
It is ethos because it appeals to authority or credibility.
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What is the definition of the word
evaluate
?
(1 point)
to create a compelling argument
to produce an effective product, design, or idea
to explain or interpret someone else’s words
to assess the strength or effectiveness of something
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Which statement describes a presentation with an effective style?
(1 point)
The presentation flows logically and smoothly.
The speaker delivers the presentation with good volume and pacing.
The presentation has a clear beginning, middle, and end.
The speaker uses clear connections between ideas.

Answer 1

Here are the answers to your questions based on the information provided:

Question 1: Select the two correct answers regarding President Washington's purpose.

• to announce that he will not seek a third term
• to express his gratitude for being allowed to serve

Question 2: Which statement describes President Washington’s appeal to his audience in this excerpt from his speech?

• He tries to unite his audience under their shared background and mission.

Question 3: Which best evaluates the type of appeal used in this example?

• It is ethos because it appeals to authority or credibility.

Question 4: What is the definition of the word evaluate?

• to assess the strength or effectiveness of something

Question 5: Which statement describes a presentation with an effective style?

• The presentation flows logically and smoothly.

Feel free to ask if you have any further questions or need additional clarification!