Question

In paragraph 2, Henry claims it is of utmost importance that

people debate their positions and express their sentiments
openly. What reason does he give for this claim?
Select one:
a. It is the only way to meet one's responsibility to the country
and to find the truth.
b. There is no reason to be afraid because it is all talk, not
action against an enemy.
c. The British expect the colonists to fight amongst themselves
instead of talk it out.
d. The British hope to limit the freedom of speech by their
military presence.

Answer 1

a. It is the only way to meet one's responsibility to the country and to find the truth.

Step-by-step explanation:

Definition: A debate is a verbal dispute that takes place in a predetermined context. Politics and academia both have their fair share of debates.