No, dictators cannot be reasoned with. He burdens the Israelites with the blame and responsibility—they are lazy and therefore must work extra hard. Note the contrast: No straw will be given (delivered) you, but you must give (deliver) the same number of bricks.
17 Pharaon répondit: Vous êtes des paresseux, des paresseux! Voilà pourquoi vous dites: Allons offrir des sacrifices à l'Eternel!