Read the excerpt from The Crisis, Number I . “’Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death.” Which best describes the purpose of this excerpt?
Answer
A
to inspire colonists to join the fight for independence
B
to emphasize the hardships that come with fighting for a cause
C
to encourage colonists to consider a peaceful solution
D
to explain Paine’s moral justification for the war
Explanation
Paine praises people who stay committed to their principles even when doing so is difficult or dangerous. In The Crisis, this language is meant to strengthen colonists’ resolve and motivate them to keep supporting the struggle for independence. The best choice is “to inspire colonists to join the fight for independence.”
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