Analyzing Tone and Identifying Central Ideas: Chief Joseph's speech "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs"
Question 5 • [ELA11] ELA 11, Sem 1 (26-27)
Read the quotation from "An Indian's View of Indian Affairs."What I have to say will come from my heart, and I will speak with a straight tongue.Based on this quotation, the reader can conclude that the Nez Percé people most believe in
Answer
A
the importance of speaking passionately and honestly.
B
the importance of sharing valued traditions with others.
C
the importance of stating whatever is on their minds.
D
the importance of choosing their words very carefully.
Explanation
The speaker says his words will come “from my heart” and that he will speak “with a straight tongue.” These phrases suggest speaking sincerely and honestly, with feeling. Therefore, the reader can conclude that the Nez Percé people value speaking passionately and honestly, which is choice A.
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