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1. How does Lillian Hellman establish ethos—her credibility—in this letter?

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   Questions: - How does Lillian Hellman establish ethos—her credibility—in this letter?
2. Why do you think that the political connections of a writer would be of interest to the House Un-American Activities Committee?

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   Questions: - Why do you think that the political connections of a writer would be of interest to the House Un-American Activities Committee?
3. This letter became famous for the phrase “I cannot and will not cut my conscience to fit this year’s fashions.” Why do you think it resonates?

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   Questions: - This letter became famous for the phrase “I cannot and will not cut my conscience to fit this year’s fashions.” Why do you think it resonates?