Question

first read: comprehension
identify the choice that best answers the question.
in his speech in the virginia convention, what does henry identify as an important factor preventing virginians from revolting?
a. wishful thinking, leading them to hope that the british will meet their requests
b. unreasonable fear, leading them to believe that the british will send troops and ships
c. wishful thinking, leading them to hope that the colonists in the north will revolt first
d. unreasonable fear, leading them to ignore the rebellion beginning in the north

Explanation:

In Patrick Henry's Speech in the Virginia Convention, he argues that Virginians are held back from revolting by wishful - thinking. They hope that the British will meet their requests instead of taking up arms. He emphasizes that this false hope is preventing them from taking action.

Answer:

A. wishful thinking, leading them to hope that the British will meet their requests