WILL GIVE BRAINLIEST PLEASE ANSWER QUICK 1. Which word best describes the tone of the last paragraph?
Group of answer choices
Furious
Afraid
Resolved
Hopeful

2. Why does the writer use the maxim, "Honesty is the best policy," in the conclusion of this excerpt?
Group of answer choices
To demonstrate that he will honor the country's existing engagements because of his own values
To remind his audience that he is someone they can trust and turn to in difficult times
To distract from the counterclaim that other countries are in need of assistance
To emphasize the importance of strong moral character in the face of opposition

3. In the second sentence of paragraph 1 (reproduced below), the writer is considering deleting the bolded text, adjusting the punctuation as necessary.

Sympathy for the favorite nation, facilitating the illusion of an imaginary common interest in cases where no real common interest exists, and infusing into one the enmities of the other, betrays the former into a participation in the quarrels and wars of the latter without adequate inducement or justification.

Should the writer keep or delete the bolded text?
Group of answer choices
Keep it, because it emphasizes the writer's claim that there should be sympathy for these favorite nations.
Keep it, because it clarifies the writer's key point that these common interests perceived by the nations are delusionary.
Delete it, because it contradicts the writer's overall argument which is developed later in the speech.
Delete it, because it simply repeats the meaning contained in the clauses which follow in the same sentence.

4. In the fourth paragraph, which sentence signals a tone shift?
Group of answer choices
"So far as we have already formed engagements, let them be fulfilled with perfect good faith."
"Here let us stop."
"Europe has a set of primary interests which to us have none; or a very remote relation."
"Hence she must be engaged in frequent controversies, the causes of which are essentially foreign to our concerns."

5. Which rhetorical device does the author employ to connect with his audience so that they can relate to and internalize his argument?
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Extended metaphors
Historical allusions
Descriptive adjectives
Personal pronouns

6. What is the relationship between paragraphs four and seven in the excerpt?
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Paragraph seven presents an exception to the assertion developed in paragraph four.
Both paragraphs establish the character of the nation and its commitments.
Paragraph four asserts an idea with examples while paragraph seven simply states the idea.
Both paragraphs develop an extended metaphor through references to foreign countries.

7. Which rhetorical strategy does the author adopt in paragraph one?
Group of answer choices
He begins with a tone shift followed by commentary contrary to his claim.
He clarifies his claim by recognizing a condition of carrying out his position.
He asserts his claim followed by a list of examples illustrating his claim.
He lists examples and then asserts his position in a declarative statement.

8. In paragraph two, the author describes one type of nation as a "satellite" to another to
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depict the nation that looks out for others that are less able as admirable and significant
validate the need for the protection that foreign alliances can provide for some countries
describe the complicated yet productive relationship of countries with alliances
characterize the unequal partnership that results from alliances with other countries

9. Which of the following sentences, if placed before sentence 1, would best orient the audience and provide an engaging introduction to the topic of the paragraph?
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Those who study the art of argumentation understand that dogma is the enemy of an effective line of reasoning.
Argumentation is an advanced skill that ought to be taught only to those who are serious about their studies.
Understanding argumentation and how it works can help you influence others and communicate effectively.
Few who engage in debate consider a different kind of alphabet, which can be a helpful tool in organizing an argument.