George Washington’s Farewell Address
Dr. Rourke
Primary Source Analysis
The lettered paragraphs in the questions correspond with the lettering utilized in the provided copy of Washington’s address. The lettered paragraphs are also italicized.
Dr. Rourke
Primary Source Analysis
The lettered paragraphs in the questions correspond with the lettering utilized in the provided copy of Washington’s address. The lettered paragraphs are also italicized.
- Read paragraph A. Washington claims he “ought to
stop” the address but does not. Why does he feel compelled to speak?
- Define the following words in this paragraph
- Solicitude
- Solemn
- Felicity
- Read both B paragraphs. What is the essence of Washington’s
warning in this paragraph? Use a quotation as evidence in your answer.
- In paragraph C Washington discusses the
relationship between religion and morality. What is his position? Why was
religion important to Washington?
- Define
the following words from this paragraph
- Indispensable
- Subvert
- Supposition
- Concede
- Using paragraph D how would you describe
Washington’s view of education and its importance?
- Read paragraphs E, F, G, and H. What is
Washington’s position on alliances with foreign countries? What evidence do you
have of this? Why does he take this position?
- What is the purpose of paragraph I? What is
Washington’s goal in this paragraph? How does he attempt to achieve it?