Appeals, Rhetorical Devices, and Figurative Language — Unit test
Question 20 • SC-English 3 Honors
Read the excerpt from Jackie Robinson’s letter to President Eisenhower.I respectfully remind you sir, that we have been the most patient of all people. When you said we must have self-respect, I wondered how we could have self-respect and remain patient considering the treatment accorded to us through the years.Which best explains why Robinson includes this description of Black people?
Answer
A
to warn the president that Black people are tired of waiting and will soon take action
B
to point out that Black people have greatly suffered for far too long
C
to assure the president that Black people would continue to wait patiently
D
to show that he respects the president and all he has done to help Black people
Explanation
Robinson says Black people have been “the most patient” despite the treatment they have faced for many years. He contrasts that patience with the demand for self-respect to emphasize how much they have suffered and how unreasonable it is to expect them to keep waiting. The best choice is B, that Black people have greatly suffered for far too long.
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