Writing a Rhetorical Analysis Essay about Shirley Chisholm's Bid for Presidency — Quiz
Question 11 • English IV
Read the excerpt from Shirley Chisholm’s presidential announcement speech. I am not the candidate of Black America, although I am Black and proud. I am not the candidate of the women’s movement of this country, although I am a woman, and I’m equally proud of that. I am not the candidate of any political body or fat cats or special interests. . . . I am the candidate of the people of America. Which idea does Chisholm emphasize with her use of anaphora?
Answer
A
She will not appeal to some groups of voters.
B
She will represent all citizens of the country.
C
She will effectively renew the voting system.
D
She will not help other women who run for office.
Explanation
Anaphora is the repetition of a phrase or sentence structure for emphasis. Chisholm repeats “I am not the candidate of” before naming several groups, then contrasts those groups with “I am the candidate of the people of America.” This emphasizes that she intends to represent all citizens, not just a particular group.
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