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From the Middle Ages through the Renaissance — Test

Question 17 • Senior English

Read the passage from Response to Erik of Sweden. It seems strange for your Serene Highness to write that you understand from your brother and your ambassadors that we have entirely determined not to marry an absent husband; and that we shall give you no certain reply until we shall have seen your person. In the passage, Elizabeth appeals to the Prince of Sweden's

Answer
A
logic.
B
character.
C
credibility.
D
emotions.

Explanation

Elizabeth points out a logical inconsistency in what the prince has heard: she has not decided against marrying someone absent, but will wait to give a definite reply until she has met him. By correcting the claim and explaining the condition for her decision, she appeals to logic. The correct choice is “logic.”

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