Which of the following quotes from Douglass's speech is an example of a
periodic sentence?
A. Would you have me argue that man is entitled to liberty? That he is
the rightful owner of his
own body? You have already declared it.
B. Allow me to say, in conclusion, notwithstanding the dark picture !
have this day presented of the state of the nation, I do not despair
of this country
C. This celebration also marks the beginning of another year of your
national life, and reminds you that the Republic of America is now
76 years old.
D. They showed forbearance; but that they knew its limits. They
believed in order, but not in the order of tyranny
