Choosing Language for Context and Purpose — Unit test
Question 17 • ELA 11B-CR
Read the excerpt from Jackie Robinson’s letter to President Eisenhower.I respectfully remind you sir, that we have been the most patient of all people. When you said we must have self-respect, I wondered how we could have self-respect and remain patient considering the treatment accorded to us through the years.Which best explains why Robinson includes this description of African Americans?
Answer
A
to warn the president that African Americans are tired of waiting and will soon take action
B
to point out that African Americans have greatly suffered for far too long
C
to assure the president that African Americans would continue to wait patiently
D
to show that he respects the president and all he has done to help African Americans
Explanation
Robinson describes African Americans as having been patient despite years of unfair treatment. This emphasizes how much they have suffered and how long they have endured that treatment, making B, “to point out that African Americans have greatly suffered for far too long,” the best choice. He questions how they can maintain self-respect while continuing to be patient; he does not promise to keep waiting or threaten immediate action.
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