Reading Comprehension
What was Susan B. Anthony advocating for in her speech?
Women's suffrage, or the right to vote.
What does "suffrage" mean?
The right to vote in political elections
What does the prefix "dis-" mean?
Opposite of; not.
What does the suffix "-ment" indicate in a word?
The action or resulting state of something (e.g., enjoyment).
What is the denotation of the word "home"?
A place where one lives.
What is ethos?
An appeal to credibility of a person, community, group or character.
What year was the 19th Amendment passed?
1920
What does the term "indignation" mean as used in the context of Anthony's speech?
Anger or annoyance provoked by what is perceived as unfair treatment.
Give an example of a word with the prefix "un-" and its meaning.
Unjust, meaning not fair or equitable.
Give an example of a word with the suffix "-able."
acceptable", "desirable", "profitable, Understandable.
What is the connotation of the word "home"?
Feelings of warmth, safety, and comfort.
What is pathos?
An appeal to emotions.
What did Susan B. Anthony claim about the Constitution in her speech?
She argued that the Constitution guaranteed the right to vote to all citizens, including women.
Define "odious."
Arousing or deserving hatred or repugnance.
What does the prefix "non-" mean?
Not.
What does the suffix "-tion" signify?
he act or process of (e.g., education).
Explain the difference between denotation and connotation.
Denotation is the literal meaning of a word; connotation is the emotional or cultural association with the word.
What is logos?
An appeal to logic and reason.
How did Susan B. Anthony respond to the fine she received for voting?
She never paid the fine and used it to highlight the injustice of women's disenfranchisement.
What is an "oligarchy"?
A government run by a small, powerful, and often corrupt group.
Provide a word with the prefix "anti-" and explain it.
Antiwar, meaning against war.
Provide a word with the suffix "-ist" and explain it.
Feminist, meaning a person who advocates for women's rights.
What is the denotation of "childish"?
Behaving like a child.
How did Susan B. Anthony use ethos in her speech?
By establishing her credibility as a citizen and advocate for women's rights.
What two types of laws did Anthony argue were violated by denying women the right to vote?
A bill of attainder and an ex post facto law
Explain the term "disfranchisement."
The state of being deprived of a right or privilege, especially the right to vote
What does the prefix "sub-" imply?
Under, below.
What does the suffix "-ology" refer to?
The study of a particular subject (e.g., biology).
What is the connotation of "childish"?
Often implies immaturity or silliness.
Give an example of how Anthony used pathos in her argument.
By appealing to the emotions of her audience, highlighting the injustice faced by women.