Speech Rewrite Answer Key

Students rewrite a Reconstruction-era speech by Frederick Douglass using modern language. They identify the original speaker’s goal and analyze the tone. Then they choose words that describe the speaker’s attitude. The task helps students connect past messages to present-day understanding.

Rewriting historical excerpts improves translation of complex text into clear, accessible language. Tone analysis builds emotional and contextual awareness. Identifying goals strengthens purpose recognition, a key reading skill. This activity enhances overall comprehension of primary sources and persuasive language.