What Does America Democracy Means to Me - Mary Bathune

In "What Does American Democracy Mean to Me?" by Mary McLeod Bethune, what is the author's main purpose?

• To entertain the audience with personal stories and humor

• To inform the audience about the history of American democracy

• To explain how the U.S. government functions

• To persuade the audience to support racial equality and live up to democratic ideals

Which rhetorical appeal does Bethune use when she says, “We have given our blood in its defense—from Crispus Attucks… to the battlefields of France”?

• Logos

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Hyperbole

What is the effect of the metaphor “rising out of the darkness of slavery into the light of freedom”?

• It uses logic to explain economic growth.

• It shows a literal escape from slavery.

• It evokes an emotional journey from oppression to hope.

• It compares American democracy to war.

How does Bethune establish ethos in her speech?

• By quoting famous historical documents

• By referencing her personal religious beliefs

• By sharing the struggles of African Americans

• By giving statistical data about education

Why does Bethune list figures like Paul Laurence Dunbar and George Washington Carver?

• To appeal to emotion

• To use logical evidence

• To highlight African American contributions

• To criticize American leadership

What rhetorical appeal is used when Bethune references educational and economic statistics?

• Logos

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Irony

What does the phrase “a new birth of freedom” most likely refer to?

• The start of World War II

• A literal increase in population

• A renewed commitment to equality

• A political revolution

How does Bethune appeal to shared American values in her speech?

• By criticizing other races

• By referencing the Declaration of Independence

• By calling for war

• By celebrating personal wealth

What is the effect of the repetition of the word “equality” in the section discussing democratic principles?

• It creates confusion.

• It emphasizes a core democratic ideal across society.

• It challenges religious beliefs about democracy.

• It weakens her argument.

How does Bethune use pathos in describing the living conditions of Black Americans?

• She blames political leaders.

• She gives exact census data.

• She appeals to the audience’s sense of justice and empathy.

• She compares them to other countries.