ENGLISH 4A END OF SEMESTER TEST QUESTIONS
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In the beginning of his speech, Churchill explains the steps he has taken in forming the
war cabinet and appointing officers from all political parties in England. Churchill is
attempting to logically persuade the House of Commons' members by showing that this
cabinet is representative of each of them. This appeal to logic is known as logos. -
ANSWER-True
In paragraphs 11 and 12, Churchill uses words and phrases like "victory," "survival," and
"all that the British Empire has stood for" in order to persuade his listeners by appealing
to their emotions. Which rhetorical technique is he utilizing? -ANSWER-appeal to
pathos
In paragraph 10, what device does Churchill start with?
10 You ask, what is our policy? I say it is to wage war by land, sea, and air. War with all
our might and with all the strength God has given us, and to wage war against a
monstrous tyranny never surpassed in the dark and lamentable catalogue of human
crime. That is our policy. -ANSWER-using rhetorical question
How does Churchill end his speech? -ANSWER-using a call to action
In paragraph 11, which device does Churchill primarily use to persuade his audience?
11 You ask, what is our aim? I can answer in one word. It is victory. Victory at all cost -
Victory in spite of all terrors - Victory, however long and hard the road may be, for
without victory there is no survival. -ANSWER-using repetition
From paragraph 6, we can see that Churchill's purpose in the speech is to seek the
House's approval for his new government and going to war with the United States.
6 The resolution:
"That this House welcomes the formation of a government representing the
United and inflexible resolve of the nation to prosecute the war with Germany
to a victorious conclusion." -ANSWER-False
In paragraph 1 Churchill explains he has been given a job to do by the King of England.
Here, he is reminding his listeners that someone powerful -- and someone that they
respect -- has given him this important task. Which rhetorical appeal does this
represent?
1 On Friday evening last I received from His Majesty the mission to form a new
administration. It was the evident will of Parliament and the nation that this should be
conceived on the broadest possible basis and that it should include all parties. -
ANSWER-appeal to ethos
, In paragraphs 2-4 he talks about which of the following that he has already
accomplished.
2 I have already completed the most important part of this task.
3 A war cabinet has been formed of five members, representing, with the Labour,
Opposition, and Liberals, the unity of the nation. It was necessary that this should be
done in one single day on account of the extreme urgency and rigor of events. Other
key positions were filled yesterday. I am submitting a further list to the king tonight. I
hope to complete the appointment of principal ministers during tomorrow.
4 The appointment of other ministers usually takes a little longer. I trust when
Parliament meets again this part of my task will be completed and that the
administration will be complete in all respect. I considered it in the public interest to
suggest to the Speaker that the House should be summoned today. At the end of
today's proceedings, the adjournm -ANSWER-all of the above
In paragraph 9 which technique of an effective speech does Churchill use?
9 I say to the House as I said to ministers who have joined this government, I have
nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat. We have before us an ordeal of the
most grievous kind. We have before us many, many months of struggle and suffering. -
ANSWER-using strong words which may evoke emotions (appeals to pathos)
Where is Britain planning on going to war? Choose all the right answers. -ANSWER-A.
the Mediterranean Sea
C. Holland
D. in the air
Which characters leave the country after Duncan's death? -ANSWER-Malcolm and
Donalbain, the king's sons
During their first meeting, the witches tell Banquo that ________________. -ANSWER-
his children will be kings
King Duncan honors Mabeth with a new title because -ANSWER-he was victorious in
battle
How would you describe the actors and directors who refuse to use the word "Macbeth"
in the theater? (Look up these words if you need to.) -ANSWER-superstitious
Macbeth sends murderers to kill Macduff's family, but -ANSWER-Macduff is in England,
so he survives. His family members are all killed.
How does "Birnham Wood come to Dunsinane Castle?" -ANSWER-Macduff and his
soldiers cut and hold branches from the trees so they can hide their large numbers.
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In the beginning of his speech, Churchill explains the steps he has taken in forming the
war cabinet and appointing officers from all political parties in England. Churchill is
attempting to logically persuade the House of Commons' members by showing that this
cabinet is representative of each of them. This appeal to logic is known as logos. -
ANSWER-True
In paragraphs 11 and 12, Churchill uses words and phrases like "victory," "survival," and
"all that the British Empire has stood for" in order to persuade his listeners by appealing
to their emotions. Which rhetorical technique is he utilizing? -ANSWER-appeal to
pathos
In paragraph 10, what device does Churchill start with?
10 You ask, what is our policy? I say it is to wage war by land, sea, and air. War with all
our might and with all the strength God has given us, and to wage war against a
monstrous tyranny never surpassed in the dark and lamentable catalogue of human
crime. That is our policy. -ANSWER-using rhetorical question
How does Churchill end his speech? -ANSWER-using a call to action
In paragraph 11, which device does Churchill primarily use to persuade his audience?
11 You ask, what is our aim? I can answer in one word. It is victory. Victory at all cost -
Victory in spite of all terrors - Victory, however long and hard the road may be, for
without victory there is no survival. -ANSWER-using repetition
From paragraph 6, we can see that Churchill's purpose in the speech is to seek the
House's approval for his new government and going to war with the United States.
6 The resolution:
"That this House welcomes the formation of a government representing the
United and inflexible resolve of the nation to prosecute the war with Germany
to a victorious conclusion." -ANSWER-False
In paragraph 1 Churchill explains he has been given a job to do by the King of England.
Here, he is reminding his listeners that someone powerful -- and someone that they
respect -- has given him this important task. Which rhetorical appeal does this
represent?
1 On Friday evening last I received from His Majesty the mission to form a new
administration. It was the evident will of Parliament and the nation that this should be
conceived on the broadest possible basis and that it should include all parties. -
ANSWER-appeal to ethos
, In paragraphs 2-4 he talks about which of the following that he has already
accomplished.
2 I have already completed the most important part of this task.
3 A war cabinet has been formed of five members, representing, with the Labour,
Opposition, and Liberals, the unity of the nation. It was necessary that this should be
done in one single day on account of the extreme urgency and rigor of events. Other
key positions were filled yesterday. I am submitting a further list to the king tonight. I
hope to complete the appointment of principal ministers during tomorrow.
4 The appointment of other ministers usually takes a little longer. I trust when
Parliament meets again this part of my task will be completed and that the
administration will be complete in all respect. I considered it in the public interest to
suggest to the Speaker that the House should be summoned today. At the end of
today's proceedings, the adjournm -ANSWER-all of the above
In paragraph 9 which technique of an effective speech does Churchill use?
9 I say to the House as I said to ministers who have joined this government, I have
nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and sweat. We have before us an ordeal of the
most grievous kind. We have before us many, many months of struggle and suffering. -
ANSWER-using strong words which may evoke emotions (appeals to pathos)
Where is Britain planning on going to war? Choose all the right answers. -ANSWER-A.
the Mediterranean Sea
C. Holland
D. in the air
Which characters leave the country after Duncan's death? -ANSWER-Malcolm and
Donalbain, the king's sons
During their first meeting, the witches tell Banquo that ________________. -ANSWER-
his children will be kings
King Duncan honors Mabeth with a new title because -ANSWER-he was victorious in
battle
How would you describe the actors and directors who refuse to use the word "Macbeth"
in the theater? (Look up these words if you need to.) -ANSWER-superstitious
Macbeth sends murderers to kill Macduff's family, but -ANSWER-Macduff is in England,
so he survives. His family members are all killed.
How does "Birnham Wood come to Dunsinane Castle?" -ANSWER-Macduff and his
soldiers cut and hold branches from the trees so they can hide their large numbers.
