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SAT English Practice Question

The most common sign of a speaker directly addressing the reader is the use of the word "you." In many passages, the speaker may use other elements to make themselves seem more immediate and personal. For example, the speaker may refer to events or places familiar to the reader, or the speaker may use a conversational tone throughout the passage. Why might a writer use the word "you"?

  1. A.create a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader.
  2. B.describe the speaker’s feelings and experiences.
  3. C.emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message.
  4. D.suggest that the speaker is addressing a large audience.

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