Paine, Crevecoeur, Equiano, and Unit 3 Vocab

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What was Olaudah Equiano transported away from his homeland in?

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ship

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What is the famous opening line of 'The Crisis' by Thomas Paine?

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"These are the times that try men's souls."

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What does Crevecoeur suggest about the relationship between the rich and the poor in America?

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The poor can thrive much better in America than Europe.

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What did the white people on board do to pacify Equiano and the other black slaves?

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brought some old slaves from the land.

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What does Thomas Paine believe about the power of God?

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It is providential.

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Who wrote 'Letters from an American Farmer'?

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J. Hector St. John de Crevecoeur.

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What is the main theme of Thomas Paine's 'Common Sense'?

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Advocating for American independence from British rule.

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What does Equiano's narrative highlight about the slave trade?

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The brutal conditions and inhumanity faced by enslaved individuals.

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What is Crevecoeur's view on American identity?

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He describes America as a melting pot of cultures and opportunities.

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What literary device is used in Paine's writing to persuade readers?

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Rhetorical questions and emotional appeals.