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SAT English Practice Question

The speaker is addressing a crowd of people at a town hall meeting. They are trying to persuade the crowd to support a new policy. The speaker is using an emotional appeal to connect with the audience. This is evident in the way that the speaker uses words that evoke strong feelings. For example, the speaker says, "We must not let this happen! We must stand together and fight for what is right!" What does the speaker do to emphasize their point in this example?

  1. A.To indicate a change in topic.
  2. B.To create a sense of urgency and excitement.
  3. C.To signal a direct quote.
  4. D.To emphasize a specific fact.

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