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by john cotton
john cotton was an influential civil and religious
leader in the massachusetts bay colony during
the seventeenth century. in this excerpt from an
exposition upon the 13th chapter of revelation,
cotton explains the importance of limiting
governmental power because human beings are,
by nature, corrupt. at the same time, cotton
asserts that human beings cannot be allowed
total freedom or liberty because of their
corruption.
this paragraph?
select the two correct answers.
□ to support his points with god’s word
□ to contrast religious and government
rule
□ to establish credibility with his religious
audience
□ to share a moral message

Explanation:

1. "to support his points with God’s word": Since John Cotton is a religious leader and uses religious text (Revelation), using God’s word supports his argument about human corruption and government power.
2. "to establish credibility with his religious audience": As a religious leader addressing a religious audience, referencing religious text (Revelation) builds his credibility.

The option "to contrast religious and government rule" is incorrect as the text focuses on limiting government power due to human corruption, not contrasting the two rules. "to share a moral message" is too vague; the main purpose here is supporting arguments and establishing credibility with religious references.

Answer:

A. to support his points with God’s word, C. to establish credibility with his religious audience