William Wilberforce's primary aim in his 1789 abolition speech is to persuade his audience to support the abolition of the slave trade. Therefore, the most fitting response is:
He hopes they will support abolition.
"Wilberforce 1789 Abolition Speech"
by William Wilberforce
Based on the rhetoric in the passage, what impact is Wilberforce hoping to have on his audience?
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Responses
He hopes they consider the magnitude of the topic he is discussing.
He hopes they consider the magnitude of the topic he is discussing.
He hopes they will support abolition.
He hopes they will support abolition.
He hopes they will find the people responsible for enslavement.
He hopes they will find the people responsible for enslavement.
He hopes they will argue passionately about abolition.
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