Figurage Language
What was one figurative language he used?
Allusion
When did Patrick Henry give this speech?
March 23, 1775
What rhetorical device is he using when he says "insidious smile" ?
Pathos
What is the authors purpose?
To convince the colonists it is time to fight
Who was Patrick Henry?
Founding father who served as the 1st and 6th governor of Virginia
What in "illusion of hope"
saying that the hop with England is an illusion/not real
Who is Patrick Henry referencing when he says "gentlemen"?
The speakers in the House, and those who are in presence to show respect
this speech is prior to the American Revolution
In saying " give me liberty or give me death", what is he saying?
He is saying fighting for his freedom is more important than death
When was Patrick Henry born?
May 29, 1736
Was there biblical allusion
yes
What is Patrick Henry requesting of the colonists during this speech?
He is asking them to go to war and defend themselves against Britian
How does Henry show reference to ETHOS in this speech?
His convictions for God and country are strong
What does: "I have but one lamp by which my feet are guided; and that is the lamp of experience" mean?
He sees the truth, and the only choice is to fight
Where was Patrick Henry from?
What was one big figurative language he used?
What did he add in to the story to make others agree with him
different point of views for others to understand
What is the message Henry is trying to convey?
He feels its time to fight and stand up against the Brittish
When he says "tyrranical hands", what does he mean?
Brittish government controlling them
When did Patrick Henry die?
June 6, 1799
Why refer to the bible with figurative language
because most people read the bible in the 1700's
Name a type of allusion he uses in his speech
Biblical Allusion
Who is the audience for this speech?
gentleman colonists and representatives of the house
Why does he say, "...I should consider myself guilty of treason towards my country,"
He is asking that if he speaks his mind and says what he feels needs to be done, should he be guilty of going against his country?
What line was Patrick Henry's speech most famous for ?
"Give me liberty or give me death!"