Structure and Style in The Smithsonian's History of America in 101 Objects — Quiz
Question 18 • English Language Arts 12
Read the excerpt from Suffragists' "Great Demand" Banner. In 1917, more than one thousand women stood before the White House in a cold, pouring rain, holding silent vigil to demand a constitutional amendment to extend the vote to them. Their quest to be enfranchised by law was known at the time as the Great Demand. The Smithsonian’s Great Demand banner, as it came to be called, declares in bold words and style the determination of the women who made and carried it. Their campaign on behalf of women sought to move America one step closer to fulfilling the nation’s long-deferred promise of equality under the law. Which statements about this excerpt are correct? Choose three correct answers.
Answer
A
The author’s tone highlights the serious challenges suffragists faced.
B
The author’s diction emphasizes the women’s persistence.
C
The details “cold, pouring rain” and “silent vigil” provide a vivid description.
D
The author includes personal details to create a casual style.
E
The use of the words “bold” and “determination” create a confused tone.
Explanation
The excerpt emphasizes persistence through phrases such as “stood before the White House” and “determination,” supporting the idea that the women continued their campaign. The “cold, pouring rain” and “silent vigil” create a vivid picture of their protest, while also highlighting the difficult conditions they faced. The serious language about a “long-deferred promise of equality” reinforces the seriousness of their struggle. The excerpt does not use personal details to create a casual style, and “bold” and “determination” do not create a confused tone.
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