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He didn't want to attend the constitutional convention.

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Did Patrick Henry say you smell a rat?

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Why did Patrick Henry say he smelled a rat when he learned the plans to hold a convention in Philadelphia in may 1787 were his concerns justified?

Henry opposed the formation of a strong central (Federal) government, feeling the each state should govern themselves. Yes, his concerns were justified, as that convention created the US Constitution, and give rise to the Federal government he opposed.


What did Patrick Henry say the end of civil government is?

Patrick Henry says that the end (purpose) of civil government should be liberty.


What did Patrick Henry say before the Revolution and what did he mean?

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Did Patrick Henry get hung?

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What does Patrick Henry say the colonists choices are at the start of his speech?

Liberty or slavery


What does Patrick Henry say the colonist choices are at the start of his speech?

Liberty or slavery


What does Patrick Henry say is the choice of he faces at the end of his speech?

Liberty or Death


What does Patrick Henry say bout the previous speakers?

Patrick Henry said that previous speakers did not engage their audience effectively. In his speech, he used flattery and complimented the audience for them to be engaged.


When did Patrick Henry say give you liberty or give you death?

At the Boston Tea Party


Did Patrick Henry do anything else besides say a speech?

He once sat on a chair.


Who did Patrick Henry say give you liberty or give you death to?

It was part of a speech he gave to the Virginia Convention.