USA HISTORY

MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800

THE BILL OF RIGHTS THE CONSTITUTIONS FIRST 10 AMENDMENTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the main effect of the frequent use of parallelism in the Declaration of Independence?
A
It makes the argument seem to be well supported.
B
It soothes the reader with all the repeated phrases.
C
It emphasizes and strengthens the ideas presented.
D
It makes the thesis clearer and easier to understand.
E
It impresses the audience with the intelligence of the author.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What is the main effect of the frequent use of parallelism in the Declaration of Independence? It makes the argument seem to be well supported.

Detailed explanation-2: -An example of parallelism in the Declaration of Independence is the use of “we have, ” then a past tense verb, such as “We have Petitioned, ” and “ we have conjured.” Thomas Jefferson (the writer of the Declaration) uses personification to show Britain’s neglect of the colonies.

Detailed explanation-3: -Parallelism repeats grammatical elements, for example in speaking or writing. Such a parallel construction can enhance readability and make it easier to convey an idea effectively. As a figure of speech, it can emphasize and create memorable phrases.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Declaration summarized the colonists’ motivations for seeking independence. By declaring themselves an independent nation, the American colonists were able to confirm an official alliance with the Government of France and obtain French assistance in the war against Great Britain.

Detailed explanation-5: -In using this technique Jefferson enumerates to illustrate the patience of an oppressed people. The declaration comes out as a careful meditation and decisions of exceptionally calm people while the document comes out persuasively and convincing to the reader.

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