Question

question 4 of 20
read these sentences from the declaration of independence. how does jefferson structure the argument to make it clear and convincing?
we hold these truths to be self - evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
a. he uses parallelism to create a strong rhythm and memorable ideas.
b. he uses rhetorical questions to emphasize his main point.
c. he uses simile and personification to emphasize his positive tone.
d. he uses a metaphor to convey a particular meaning.

Explanation:

The sentences "that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness" use the repeated "that" - clause structure, which is parallelism, enhancing rhythm and memorability.

Answer:

A. He uses parallelism to create a strong rhythm and memorable ideas.