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Jefferson uses 'respect' and 'requires' in his essay, because he wants to emphasize that he and the others are leaving the Kingship, but also for change. 'Respect' could mean that the colonies deserve respect, as well as respect that they want independence. 'Requires' could mean that in order to be independent, independence requires change. Even though they left, and they finally obtained freedom from England, that requires change.

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Jefferson emphasizes the two words of "respect" and "requires" in his opening sentence to bring out the colonists main reasoning behind writing the declaration. If nothing was wrong they would not of had to write a declaration of independence. Jefferson emphasizes "Respect" to mainly point out that the words/opinions of the colonists have not been heard, and need to be if a country is going to maintain stability. He emphasizes the word "Requires" to fulfill the respect for the colonists. Ultimately he uses emphasis on these two words to set up his and many others reasonings on why Britain must respect the declaration.

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Jefferson uses respect and requires to diplomatically state that they're leaving the kingship. Respect refers to opinions about the Colony's treatment. For example with the slogan "No taxation without representation" their opinions were not respected. They require this split from mother England because they were not listened to and wished not to report to a tyrant thousands of miles away. If one wants a revolution they simply must not give people a voice. To free them from their chains this will require a revolution and his kingship must respect guns

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Jefferson emphasizes 'respect' and 'requires' in his opening sentence. He does this because there are requirements that are needed to have respect. He also uses the word 'requires' to show that respect is needed and not an option. He also uses the word respect to show that his ideas have reasoning behind them and evidence, therefore should be respected. His ideas are showing how they want change, which needs to be respected by the king. Although the king does not see it the way the colonists do, he needs to respect their reasonings.

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The reason for Jefferson's language in the first sentence is to show his seriousness of the matter. He uses respect to show that it is an opinion that should be understood and it requires that respect. This also explains that he is going to list why the colonists want to change, and in a logical manner that should be viewed carefully and with respect.

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Jefferson attempts to state his beliefs in the most polite way possible, as what he is saying is very rebellious and could be taken very badly by part of his audience. It is similar to if a child were to go to confess to their parents a wrongdoing they did, and wanted to "butter them up" or prepare them for the shocking/angering news they are about to receive. His use of "respect" and "require" make his argument seem more plausible, as he sets up the effect before the cause in his opening sentence.

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Jefferson emphasizes the words "respect" and "requires" to show that respect has certain requirements and that if these requirements are not filled there is no respect. Jefferson uses it in this context to show that it is the people's rights, as humans who deserve respect, that they are able to say their opinions.

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In his first sentence, Jefferson discusses the "subordination" that people must remove themselves from in order to gain "the equal & independent station" that every (white) man deserves. The word "subordination" implies that one party lacks respect for another party, highlighting the respect he feels the king does not show the colonies. Also, Jefferson mentions "a decent respect" when talking about how to treat mankind in general, another basic skill the king is lacking.
Jefferson talks about the rights that the laws of nature and God entitle them to, thus a requirement for basic human interaction.

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Throughout the declaration, Jefferson keeps coming back to the idea of "respect" and what "requires" it. In his second paragraph, he says "they are endowed by their Creator", meaning that God is the reason for everything that happens to them in life and because of this, he deserves the utmost respect. Jefferson then goes on to say "He has", refferring to many of the things that God has allowed for his men.

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Jefferson phrases the sentence as if in order for mankind to actually advance, they must first respect one another. "Requires" makes it clear that this is not a want but a need and emphasizes the fact that it is not a choice. He makes it clear that because of this requirement, you must respect everyone's opinion, including his own, and therefore must respect the Declaration.

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When I read the beginning paragraph, knowing the background behind the writing of the declaration, it really sounded to me like a jab at the English. I mean, here are a bunch of English citizens that have decided to up and leave the country, so the king decides to send British troops after them to tax them and make them continue to obey the kings law. From the colonists point of view, I can really see this as being a snide remark just to bug the English. Just putting the phrase 'decent respect' into the document and making sure that the king knows that they are giving him a required explanation as to why they broke away from England, sounds very similar to that familiar sarcasm and tone of "I-am-going-to-slap-you-in-the-face-and-you-won't-even-realize-that-it-is-coming-until-after-it-happens" type deal. So through all of that blither blather, I hope that you understood that I think that the reason for Jefferson highlighting those two words and their respect-ive phrases ( Ha ha, see what I did there) was to basically poke the king in between the eyes and say ha ha on you. I am giving you what you want (a reason for leaving) but not in the way that you want (a declaration of independence rather than them coming back to England of their hands and knees begging for forgiveness). Sorry if this is to long of a post.

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In his opening sentence, Jefferson emphasizes the words "Respect" and "require" because of there power and influence in the piece. The word Require leaves no wiggle room. Its not wanting something, or desiring something, it is demanding it. How Jefferson emphasizes these words is by building up to them at the end of the sentence and surrounding them with other powerful words like "declare" and "entitle"

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Jefferson highlights "respect" and "requires" in his opening sentence because he believes it is important and necessary to change. Change would not happen without peoples thoughts and words of what needs or is telling them to change. Jefferson respects those who need change in their life and encourages it. in order to change there must be a cause that is required to be recognized. Jefferson highlights the importance that respect and requires both impel people to change for or from a cause.

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Jefferson highlights "respect" and "requires" because it adds an appeal to pathos. A reader with no connection to the colonies might not really care much about the plight of the colonists. Someone who lived in the colonies but was not affected directly by the king's tyranny might feel the same. Those people might not see why the colonists were declaring independence. By noting that the reasons for their declaration must be given, Jefferson is acknowledging those who might not see his side and answering them with the reasons for their declaration.

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Jefferson states that opinions of people should be respected , as long as the people have reasons. Good reasoning is required. It is necessary to respect someone's opinion if they have reasoning. He makes this point because he is recognizing the fact that he has good reasoning, and his opinion is to be respected.

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Jefferson makes it very clear that the "Laws of Nature" and "Nature's God" directly impact "opinions" and "causes." It is the emphasis on what is higher up than the citizen that they have found need for change which creates the prominence of "respect" and "requires." Jefferson makes sure these two words are accentuated so "opinions" and "causes" are also emphasized because they are what is later discussed in the list of grievances

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Post a response to the following question or build substantially off the post of a classmate to the following question:  Why/How does Jefferson highlight "respect" and "requires" in his opening sentence?