Question

7 the only question left to be settled now is: are women persons? and i hardly believe any of our opponents will have the hardihood to say they are not. being persons, then, women are citizens; and no state has a right to make any law, or to enforce any old law, that shall abridge their privileges or immunities. hence, every discrimination against women in the constitutions and laws of the several states is today null and void; precisely as is every one against negroes. making observations • what is your first reaction to the speech? • which words or phrases jump out at you?

Explanation:

The speech is a powerful statement advocating for women's rights, appealing to the idea that women are persons and thus citizens with equal rights. Words like "persons", "citizens", "discrimination", "null and void" stand out as they are key to the argument for equality. First - reaction could be one of agreement with the call for equal rights or admiration for the boldness in challenging discriminatory laws.

Answer:

• First reaction: Admiration for its advocacy of equality.
• Words/phrases: "persons", "citizens", "discrimination", "null and void"