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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Restrictive and Nonrestrictive Words, Phrases, and Clauses

Question 4 • ELA 10B - 2023

How does Taney use this appeal to emotion to support his argument?

Answer
A
The appeal praises the virtues of the writers of the document Taney uses as evidence.
B
The appeal relies on his original claim that Dred Scott is not a citizen and cannot sue in a federal court.
C
The appeal counters Taney’s claim that people’s origins dictate their status in the community.
D
The appeal creates doubt about the validity and soundness of the Constitution in terms of defining citizenship.
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