Read the excerpt from the Declaration of Independence.

Which statement best describes the relationship between
Jefferson's diction and his purpose?

We hold these truths to be self-evident that all men are
created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with
certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty
and the pursuit of Happiness. That to secure these rights,
Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just
powers from the consent of the governed. That whenever
any Form of Government becomes destructive of these
ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and
to institute new Government.

Jefferson uses words with neutral connotations to present
a claim based on reason and precedent.

Jefferson uses words with positive connotations to praise
his listeners for their political activism.

Jefferson uses words with neutral connotations to
suggest that there is no urgency to his message.

Jefferson uses words with positive connotations to
encourage peaceful relations with Britain.