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SAT English Practice Question

The author uses several rhetorical devices to convince the reader that the speaker is speaking directly to the reader. The speaker uses the word "you" directly and appeals to the reader’s senses. The speaker also uses a conversational tone, addressing the reader as if they were in a casual conversation. What is the primary effect of the writer using the word "you" in the passage?

  1. A.create a sense of distance between the reader and the speaker.
  2. B.evoke a feeling of nostalgia in the reader.
  3. C.establish a personal connection with the reader.
  4. D.highlight the speaker’s unique perspective.

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