Question

Jefferson gives a long list of “Facts [to] be submitted to a candid world.” Give a short explanation of how this list helps Jefferson achieve his purpose of justifying a revolution..

Answer 1

The "Facts to be submitted to the candid world" was introduced in the Declaration to gain support for Jefferson's and other scholars cause. This is known as his personal list of grievances against the King. The list highlights all of the King's wrongdoings to the people. It helps Jefferson to show the people why he and his fellow scholars want to seek independence. He submitted hard facts about the wrongdoings and injustices the American citizens had endured. He set the list up as a trial lawyer would in a clear and concise manner. He pleaded with the foreign nations to use a line of reasoning and to use only positive law.

Answer 2

It provides evidence that supports the thesis.

It connects evidence and main ideas.

It appeals to readers and their shared experiences as colonists.