"We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States;"

These lines from the Declaration of Independence are an example of the use of _______________.

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Question

"We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these United Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States;"

These lines from the Declaration of Independence are an example of the use of _______________. 
 	
	logos
	theme
	ethos
	thesis

neonumbrella5115 · Answer

Have you ruled any choices out?

vladthepro · Answer

I think it's C.

neonumbrella5115 · Answer

I would have to disagree.  I see a bit of emotional appeal in there, but there is a better choice.  We can rule out theme because a primary nonfiction document does not have a theme.  This sentence is arguably the purpose of the Declaration, meaning it is the...?

vladthepro · Answer

C was correct. thx