Question #N450
The author is attempting to persuade the reader to agree with a particular point of view. The text begins by stating the author’s point of view and then provides several examples and reasons to support it. The author also uses rhetorical questions to encourage the reader to think about the author’s point of view. In addition, the author avoids using any strong or negative language. What rhetorical device is being used to create this tone?
This passage demonstrates the use of
A. analogy
B. anecdote
C. repetition
D. a conciliatory tone
Correct Answer is: D
The author is using a conciliatory tone to persuade the reader to agree with the author’s point of view. The author avoids using strong or negative language, and the author uses rhetorical questions to encourage the reader to think about the author’s point of view.