Writing an Argumentative Essay about the Nobel Prize in Literature — Unit test
Question 17 • English 10 B E-Learning
Read the excerpt from Ronald Reagan's "Tear Down This Wall" speech.I understand the fear of war and the pain of division that afflict this continent—and I pledge to you my country's efforts to help overcome these burdens. To be sure, we in the West must resist Soviet expansion. So we must maintain defenses of unassailable strength. Yet we seek peace; so we must strive to reduce arms on both sides.
Answer
A
The use of loaded language creates the need for immediate action in Europe.
B
The use of repetition reminds the audience of the obstacles they must defeat.
C
The use of inclusive language emphasizes hope for a better relationship in the future.
D
The use of exclusive language shows the contrast between the two countries.
Explanation
Reagan uses inclusive language such as “we” and “our” to describe shared efforts to resist expansion, maintain defenses, and seek peace. This presents cooperation as a path toward a better relationship in the future. The excerpt does not rely mainly on repetition or exclusive language.
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