2. Lines 28-31: What words in these lines have the strongest connotations, or emotional impact? Why

might Jefferson have chosen these words? Describe Jefferson's tone, citing supporting words and phrases.

Answer: The answer is:

Repeated injuries and usurpations, absolute tyranny.

To emphasize how badly the British government was treating the colonies.

Explanation:

Jefferson's tone was angry and outraged.

"He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people."

"He has obstructed the Administration of Justice, by refusing his Assent to Laws for establishing Judiciary powers."