Read the two poems. Occasioned by General Washington's Arrival in Philadelphia, On His Way to His Residence in Virginia

by Philip Freneau

* Cincinnatus

His Excellency General Washington
by Phillis Wheatley

Question 1
Part A

Which answer best describes a similarity between “Occasioned by General Washington's Arrival in Philadelphia, On His Way to His Residence in Virginia” and “His Excellency General Washington”?

Both poems accuse the British of crimes against the American people.

The poems question whether freedom is worth the death and suffering that results from war.

Both poems praise Washington’s exceptional character and leadership.

The poems highlight Washington’s contributions to America after his military career ends.
Question 2
Part B

Which details from the poems help to develop the ideas identified in Part A?
“Anon Britannia droops the pensive head, / While round increase the rising hills of dead.”

“Your counsels not bestow'd in vain / Shall still protect this infant reign,”

“Time's latest age shall own in you / The patriot and the statesman too.”

“Fam'd for thy valour, for thy virtues more, / Hear every tongue thy guardian aid implore!”