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Question 10 • CMS 2026-2027 English III CREDIT RECOVERY

Read the sentence from a student’s critical analysis essay. In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks about independence through his use of big words and fancy argument skills. Which is the best revision to the sentence?

Answer
A
Thomas Jefferson uses fanciful words and great arguments to make a case for American independence in the Declaration of Independence.
B
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson uses his command of the English language to make a powerful argument for American independence.
C
In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson talks using sophisticated words to make a good case so that Britain will give Americans their independence.
D
Thomas Jefferson put difficult words and strong argumentative abilities to work when he wrote the Declaration of Independence.