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Question 13 • Common Core ELA 8 - ELA3008 B-IC

Which excerpt from "African American Women in World War II" contains an emotional appeal to readers?

Answer
A
"In the meantime, women - including many African American women - assisted the war effort at home by working in factories and offices."
B
"The Women's Army Auxiliary Corps (WAAC), created in May 1942, officially allowed women into the US Army for the first time."
C
"There can be no doubt that the contributions of African American women during World War II brought this country closer to what we can be."
D
"Then, in 1945, the government announced the possibility of a draft because of the severe shortage of nurses."

Explanation

An emotional appeal uses language meant to stir readers’ feelings or inspire them. Choice C says the women’s contributions brought the country closer to “what we can be,” an uplifting statement that appeals to hope and pride. The other excerpts mainly present factual information about women’s wartime roles and events.

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