Speech to the Troops at Tilbury, August, 1588 / Queen Elizabeth

Test Practice

Identify Author’s Purpose

With your group, discuss how to answer these questions about the selection.

1. Which of the following ideas does not support Elizabeth’s purpose?
a. Elizabeth is a weak woman.
b. Elizabeth is willing to die among the troops.
c. Elizabeth expresses scorn toward the enemy.
d. Elizabeth assures the soldiers they will receive rewards.


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