What does Jefferson believe a good government does for its people?
It allows the citizens to figure everything out for themselves without interference.
It encourages citizens to explore new fields in industry, farming, and education. It is protective of its people because the people give the government financial support and obedience.
It protects them from physical harm, but allows them economic freedom.


Part B How does Jefferson use the language of the speech to enhance and support the viewpoint expressed in Part A?
He incorporates allusions to the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence, which describe what a good government owes to its people and what the people owe to the government.
He uses direct address, speaking to the “honest patriots” who are listening to him.
He uses alliteration—“courage and confidence” to emphasize how confident he is that the American people can do anything, as long as the government doesn’t interfere.
He uses figurative language—“take from the mouth of labor the bread it has earned”—to argue that the government should limit its financial demands on people.