Question

1. as you read the passage below, prepare to summarize henrys point about the timeliness of a revolution. they tell us, sir, that we are weak; unable to cope with so formidable an adversary. but when shall we be stronger? will it be the next week, or the next year? will it be when we are totally disarmed, and when a british guard shall be stationed in every house? shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction? what is the point of this dramatic rhetoric? british control over the colonists will only increase. the colonists will gather strength through resolution. the colonists patience will be rewarded. the british army intends to station a guard in every house.

Explanation:

Henry questions waiting for a better - time to revolt as British control may worsen. He implies inaction won't strengthen the colonists. He doesn't suggest patience will be rewarded or that colonists gain strength through resolution in this passage. The focus is on the increasing British control over time.

Answer:

British control over the colonists will only increase.