Read the excerpt from "Lessons of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr."
My friends, as we enter a new decade, it should be clear to all of us that there is an unfinished agenda, that we have miles to go before we reach the promised land.
Which persuasive element does Chavez most use in this passage?
A. creating a connection to the audience
B. using facts to support an argument
C. stating a clear purpose or goal
D. using examples to support an argument
To determine which persuasive element Chavez most uses in this passage, we need to closely examine the text.
In the given excerpt, Chavez states, "My friends, as we enter a new decade, it should be clear to all of us that there is an unfinished agenda, that we have miles to go before we reach the promised land."
This statement implies that there is still work to be done and asserts the idea of an ongoing struggle. By emphasizing that there is an "unfinished agenda" and that "we have miles to go," Chavez is effectively stating a clear purpose or goal. Therefore, the persuasive element being used in this passage is C. stating a clear purpose or goal.
To arrive at this conclusion, you can closely read the text and look for key phrases or ideas that communicate the speaker's intention. By understanding the context and the main point being made, you can identify the persuasive element being employed.