Question

Questions 11-20. Read the following passage from Thomas Paine’s The Crisis (1776) carefully before you choose your answers. Which of the following excerpts contains loaded words designed to create a negative impression?

Select one:
a. “I thank God that I fear not. I see no real cause for fear.”
b. “My own line of reasoning is to myself as straight and clear as a ray of light.”
c. “The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of his country . . .”
d. “A single successful battle next year will settle the whole.”

Answer 1

The excerpt that contains loaded words designed to create a negative impression is: "The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of his country . . ." Therefore, the correct option is C.

Step-by-step explanation:

The excerpt that contains loaded words designed to create a negative impression is:

c. “The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of his country . . .”

This excerpt uses the words 'summer soldier' and 'sunshine patriot' to describe those who are not committed to serving their country during a crisis. These words have a negative connotation, implying that these individuals are only willing to support their country when it is convenient or easy. This creates a negative impression of these individuals, suggesting that they are not patriotic or dedicated to the cause.