Read the excerpt from "Choice: A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.” by Alice Walker. At the moment I first saw him, he was being handcuffed and shoved into a police truck. He had dared to claim his rights as a native son, and had been arrested. He displayed no fear, but seemed calm and serene, unaware of his own extraordinary courage. His whole body, like his conscience, was at peace. What is the effect of the pathos in this excerpt?
Answer
A
It provides historical context about King.
B
It suggests that King did not want to appear conceited.
C
It questions King’s ability to be a leader.
D
It highlights King’s impact on the speaker.
Explanation
Pathos appeals to the reader’s emotions. The description of King being handcuffed and shoved into a police truck, yet remaining calm and courageous, creates admiration and sympathy. This emotional portrayal emphasizes how deeply King’s courage affected the speaker, so the best answer is “It highlights King’s impact on the speaker.”
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