Question #N20
The author is trying to persuade the reader to accept a particular point of view. The author is using strong language to convince the reader that a particular idea is true, What is the most likely reason why the author uses emotional language in the following passage?
The author’s use of emotional language in the passage is most likely intended to
A. evoke a sense of nostalgia in the reader.
B. create a sense of urgency or importance in the reader.
C. provide a detailed explanation of the author’s argument.
D. describe the author’s personal feelings about the topic.
Correct Answer is: B
The author is using strong language to convince the reader that the idea is important, and the author is trying to make the reader feel a sense of urgency to accept it. The author does not use nostalgic language, explain the argument in detail, or describe their own personal feelings. So the most likely reason for using emotional language is to create a sense of urgency or importance in the reader.