1. Find a passage in which Smith uses a compare-
and-contrast text structure to convey her ideas.
Evaluate whether the choice to use this structure
helps the author make her ideas clear.
2. Highlight a passage in which Smith describes
her attitude toward her generation. Paraphrase
an important idea in the passage you selected
and explain how your paraphrase deepens your
understanding of the speech.
3. Identify a moment in the text that allows you to
infer Smith's opinion of philanthropy. Explain
Smith's beliefs about the positives and possible