figurative language
what is the figurative language used in the line "give me liberty or give me death" from Patrick Henry's speech?
what is a hyperbole?
what year did Patrick Henry deliver his famous "give me liberty or give e death" speech?
what is 1775?
what is the rhetorical device where contrasting ideas are expressed in parallel structure?
what is antithesis?
what is the primary purpose of patrick henrys speech?
what is to persuade the Virginia convention to take up arms against British rule and support the American Revolution?
patrick henry was a prominent figure in the lead-up to the American Revolution. in which U.S. state was he a prominent political leader?
what is Virginia?
In Patrick Henry's speech, he says "The war is inevitable- and let it come!" what type of figurative language is evident in this statement?
what is personification?
which event or conflict in American history prompted Patrick Henry to deliver his speech?
The American Revolutionary War
in the rhetorical triangle, what term represents the audience's emotions, beliefs, and values?
what is ethos?
in his speech, what does patrick henry argue is more valuable than life and peace?
what is liberty?
what famous phrase is associated with Patrick Henry's speech delivered in 1775?
what is "give me liberty or give me death."
what figurative language does Patrick Henry use when he mentions "chains and slavery" in his speech?
what is a metaphor?
at which Virginia conviction did Patrick Henry deliver his speech?
what is the second Virginia convention?
what is the rhetorical device in which words or phrases are repeated at the beginning of consecutive sentences or clauses?
what is anaphora?
patrick henry uses this rhetorical device to emphasize the urgency of the situation in his speech
what is pathos?
in addition to his role as a statesman, patrick henry was known for his profession. what was his occupation?
what is a lawyer?
in his speech, Patrick Henry states, "We have done everything that could be done to avert the storm which is now coming on." what figurative language is present in this phrase?
what is a metaphor?
who were some of the key historical figures present during Patrick Henrys speech?
what is george washington, thomas jefferson, and richard henry lee?
what component of the rhetorical triangle represents the speaker's credibility and trustworthiness?
what is logos
what historical context prompted patrick henry to deliver his speech?
what is tensions leading to the American revolutionary war?
patrick henry was a vocal advocate for American independence. he is often considered a member of what political faction within the American colonies
what is the patriots or whigs?
Patrick Henry declares "Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery?" what type of figurative language is used in this question?
what is a rhetorical
what was the primary purpose of Patrick Henry's speech?
what is to persuade the Virginia convention to take up arms against British rule and support the American Revolution?
what is the rhetorical device used to exaggerate for emphasis or effect?
what is hyperbole?
in his speech, patrick henry famously declared, "Give me liberty or give me death." what is the key message of this statement?
what is the willingness to make the ultimate sacrifice for freedom?
patrick henry was instrumental in the ratification of what significant document in American history?
what is the united states constitution?