Question

term / definition

1. transcendentalism
2. rhetorical triangle
3. tyranny
4. dissent
5. american dream
6. american exceptionalism
7. race
8. abolitionist
9. civil disobedience

a. social construct based on skin - deep characteristics
b. disagree with
c. literary theory centered on social change and interconnectedness
d. picturesque view of what it means to be successful in america, white - washing
e. ethos, logos, and pathos
f. belief that america is the best country in the world
g. someone who opposes slavery
h. peaceful protest of government inefficiency or bigotry
i. when the government makes laws without input from the people

Explanation:

1. Transcendentalism is a literary and philosophical movement. It emphasizes the inherent goodness of people and nature, and the importance of individual intuition and spiritual connection.
2. The rhetorical triangle consists of ethos (credibility), logos (logic), and pathos (emotion).
3. Tyranny refers to oppressive rule.
4. Dissent means to disagree.
5. The American Dream is a concept about achieving success in America.
6. American exceptionalism is the belief that America is superior.
7. Race is a social construct.
8. An abolitionist is someone who opposes slavery.
9. Civil disobedience is a peaceful protest against government issues.

Answer:

1. C. Literary theory centered on social change and interconnectedness
2. E. ethos, logos, and pathos
3. I. When the government makes laws without input from the people
4. B. disagree with
5. D. Picturesque view of what it means to be successful in America, white - washing
6. F. Belief that America is the best country in the world
7. A. social construct based on skin - deep characteristics
8. G. Someone who opposes slavery
9. H. Peaceful protest of government inefficiency or bigotry