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What describes the spirit in which Stanton appropriates large portions of Jefferson's Declaration of Independence for her Declaration of Sentiments? Select all that apply.


A.)ironic

B.)mocking

C.)respectful

D.)reverential

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mocking and respectful

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The answers are A and C: ironic and respectful.

Elizabeth Cady Stanton refers to the Declaration of Independence in her Declaration of Sentiments to show how that this document, so important for all Americans, men and women, defends the liberty and independence in general. However, she exposes, these statemens should go beyond that realm: it should be applied to women as well, regarding their part in society and rights.

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