Question

1. Respond: If you were a British soldier at the time, how would you have

responded to Elizabeth's speech?
2.
(a) Recall: What have Elizabeth's advisors warned her not to do?
(b) Recall: According to her speech, why does she do it anyway?
(c) Interpret: What effect is this introduction designed to have on her
audience?
3. (a) Recall: Name two concerns of Elizabeth's audience that she
addresses. (b) Analyze: How does she put
these concerns to rest?
4. (a) Recall: What does Elizabeth promise to do rather than permit her
country
to be dishonored? (b) Analyze: Which criticism of her capacity
to rule is she answering?
5. (a) Analyze: Explain two ways in which Elizabeth's physical "person"-
for instance, her presence
on the scene or her femininity-plays a role in
this speech. (b) Apply: Does the physical presence of leaders today
count as much as it did in Elizabeth's time? Explain.

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Answer 1

1. As a British soldier at the time, I would have been inspired and motivated by Elizabeth's speech to defend my country against any potential threats.
2. (a) Elizabeth's advisors warned her not to appear in public armed, as it would be seen as a sign of weakness and would make her vulnerable to attack. (b) Despite her advisors' warnings, Elizabeth appeared armed in public to show her strength and determination to defend her country. (c) This introduction was designed to have a powerful impact on her audience, showing them that she was not afraid and was ready to fight.
3. (a) Two concerns of Elizabeth's audience were her personal safety and the safety of her country. (b) Elizabeth put these concerns to rest by showing her strength, determination, and willingness to fight to defend her country.
4. (a) Elizabeth promised to lead her army into battle and risk her own life, rather than permit her country to be dishonored. (b) She was answering the criticism that as a woman, she was unfit to rule and lead her country.
5. (a) Elizabeth's physical presence, including her femininity, played a role in her speech by showing her bravery and determination in the face of adversity. This served to inspire her audience and dispel any doubts about her capacity to rule. (b) The physical presence of leaders today may not count as much as it did in Elizabeth's time, as communication and leadership styles have changed. However, physical presence still has an impact, especially in live events and public speeches.