Methods of Development I Answers

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How does McBride use the hypothetical scenario to respond to the rhetorical situation?

to declare his purpose to the audience

to state his message for the audience

to reveal his motivation for writing the essay

to provide context for those unfamiliar with hip-hop

to establish trust and credibility with the audience

How does the hypothetical scenario establish trust and credibility with the audience?

It honestly reveals the writer’s fears about accepting hip-hop culture in his own life.

It clearly lists the reasons why the writer is against hip-hop culture.

It presents a common experience between the writer and the audience.

It explains why the writer has a negative perception about rappers.

It clearly states the writer’s thesis and his purpose for writing the essay.

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How does McBride illustrate his belief that his resistance to rap caused him to miss an important cultural change?

He tells a story that contrasts his college education with the talent of rappers.

He explains how rap was influencing cultures around the world.

He shares a personal fear through a hypothetical scenario.

He likens his resistance to rap with that of his college peers.

He cites evidence of how rap changed Brooklyn forever.

The repetition in this passage is used primarily to

emphasize how many people tried to stop hip-hop music.

point out how some have misunderstood hip-hop.

describe how the history of hip-hop has reflected historical events.

describe the destructive nature of hip-hop.

emphasize the need to censor hip-hop.

What message does McBride impart to the audience in this paragraph?

Listening to hip-hop will provide surprising insights into the next generation.

Hip-hop is a highly sophisticated musical genre that continues to grow.

His generation should allow younger people to express their experiences through music.

Ignoring hip-hop will only cause the genre to become more defiant and commercial.

Hip-hop will continue to consume all other forms of music.

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