Patrick Henry Questions, p. 150, #1-4 & 6

1. To what two choices facing the colonists does Patrick Henry refer in his opening lines? How does he defne his need to speak about them?

2. Why does Henry feel that he must speak freely? Why, do you think does he give so many reasons to support his need to speak out?

3. What does Henry say to the argument that the colonists are no match for the British military? What does he imply in the statement, "There is a just God who presides of the destinies of nations. . . . "?

4. What are the choices Henry recognizes for himself as he concludes his speech? How might these words summarize his position?

6. What choices for the colonists does Henry outline? In your opinion, does he include all of the possible choices in his fiery speech? Explain.