Word Meaning in the Preface to A Dictionary of the English Language — Cumulative exam
Question 41 • OK-English Language Arts 12 A Martin
Read the passage from The Farewell Speech.Shall they, think you, escape unpunished that have oppressed you, and have been respectless of their duty and regardless our honour? No, I assure you, Mr Speaker, were it not more for conscience' sake than for any glory or increase of love that I desire, these errors, troubles, vexations and oppressions done by these varlets and lewd persons not worthy of the name of subjects should not escape without condign punishment.
Answer
A
She impresses her audience with her credibility.
B
She appeals to her audience through their emotions.
C
She talks down to her audience with simplistic logic.
D
She influences her audience with her character.
Explanation
The speaker uses emotionally charged words such as “oppressed,” “troubles,” “vexations,” and “oppressions” to stir her audience’s feelings about the people’s mistreatment. She also expresses indignation and a desire for punishment, making an emotional appeal rather than relying mainly on evidence or simple logic. The best choice is “She appeals to her audience through their emotions.”
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