Patrick's Life
Figurative Language
Video Questions
Patrick's Speech
Vocab Definitions
100

What was Patrick Henry's famous line?

"Give me liberty or give me death!"

100

"--we must fight! I repeat it, sir, we must fight!" is an example of what rhetorical device?

Repetition

100

Before the U.S. existed as a country, it was a territory of Britain called the...?

13 Colonies

100

What was Patrick's tone while he was giving his speech?

He began with a respectful tone, and transitioned to a frustrated and passionate tone.

100

Gale

A very strong wind.

200

In what state did Patrick Henry first serve as governor?

Virginia

200

"Our brethren are already in the field!" is an example of what rhetorical device?

Pathos

200

What did Patrick Henry inspire people to do?

Fight for their freedom.

200

When did Patrick Henry give his speech?

March 23, 1775

200

Adversary

One's opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.

300

When was Patrick Born?

May 29, 1736

300

"There is a God who presides over the destinies of nations, and who will raise up friends to fight our battles for us." is an example of what rhetorical device?

Ethos

300

When did the Revolutionary War begin?

April 19th, 1775

300

What was the purpose of this speech?

To convince the colonists of Virginia to fight against Great Britain.

300

Exigence

The need for the argument.

400

How many kids did Patrick Henry have?

Eighteen Children

400

''I have but one lamp by which my feet are guided, and that is the lamp of experience'' is an example of what rhetorical device?

Metaphor

400

Who was the King of Britain?

King George III

400

Where did Patrick Henry give his speech?

In a church in Virginia

400

Vigilant

To keep watch for possible danger.

500

When did Patrick Henry die?

June 6th, 1799

500

"Our chains are forged!" is an example of what rhetorical device?

Analogy

500

Why didn't Patrick Henry want to peacefully negotiate with the king?

He knew that it had never worked before through experience.

500

Who were the 2 U.S. presidents present at Patrick's speech?

George Washington & Thomas Jefferson

500

Arduous

Involving or requiring serious or excessive effort.