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NikAS [45]
3 years ago
15

Which excerpt from the Declaration of Independence seeks to influence readers by the use of emotionally charged words?

English
1 answer:
Marysya12 [62]3 years ago
6 0

He in a very indirect way appeals to the readers emotions through the use of charged words. For example: 

<span>1-The first charged word Jefferson makes use of is liberty when he takes notice that all men deserve “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” (142).</span>

2- A word with strong connotations is justice when he writes:  “We have appealed to their native justice” (144)

<span>3-  Honor is the final charged word Jefferson uses when he declares the signers of the <span>Declaration </span>“pledge to each other our lives, our fortunes and our sacred honor” (144)</span>

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