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Answer the first two questions and then question 3 or 4 depending on which applies to you. You may use the word box below or submit your response as a word doc. (DO NOT submit as a google doc!) 500 WORDS

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1. Patrick Henry’s Speech was considered to be one of the most impactful speeches in American history. What part(s) of his speech do you think was so impactful and why? What similarities and differences do you see between this work and Paine's Common Sense? Which document to you think appealed more to the average American; an impassioned and powerful speech, or a logical argument and why? 

2. Both the "Dunmore Proclamation" and the "Sentiments of an American Woman" were written on behalf of minorities (slaves and women respectively.) However, the "Dunmore Proclamation" was written by a white male, someone outside of the social group, whereas the "Sentiments" were written by a woman, an insider. How do you think this insider versus outsider perspective effects each document?

3. Was this your first time reading the Declaration of Independence from start to finish? (Its ok to be honest, no judgment here.) If this was your first time, what did you think about it? Any parts that stood out to you?

4. If you have read The Declaration before, has your perspective of it changed at all after reading these other sources and studying the origins of the Revolution in this course? Are there parts that you particularly like, (or dislike)?