What is the main purpose of Patrick Henry's speech?

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To persuade the colonists to fight for independence.
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How does Poe create suspense in 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?
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By having the pendulum descend slowly.
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Why does Patrick Henry acknowledge other speakers at the beginning of his speech?
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To show respect and acknowledge their viewpoints.
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What is the resolution for the narrator in 'The Pit and the Pendulum'?
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He was saved.
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Why does Tom begin praying and reading the Bible?
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He is trying to find a way to escape the Devil.
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What rhetorical strategies does Patrick Henry use to persuade his audience?
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He uses emotional appeals, rhetorical questions, and references to shared values.
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What themes are present in Edgar Allan Poe's works?
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Themes of fear, death, and the human psyche.
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