In honor of July 4th, here is an assignment I gave my students when I was teaching about the Declaration of Independence. In general, I find Calvin to be a useful tool for teaching rhetoric because he makes arguments designed to appeal to children and even the inner child in all of us. Part of the process of becoming an adult is being able to articulate why Calvin is wrong. Part of becoming an adult who has not lost their soul is to disagree with Calvin and still love him anyway.
How does Calvin understand the right to pursue happiness? Do you agree with
his argument? Explain your position.
What does Calvin mean by “Patriotic Prerogative?” What do you think really
motivates Calvin?
Who is Calvin accusing of being an “Monarchist?” What does he mean by this?
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