1. PART A: Which statement identifies the
central idea of the text?
A. ittakes time and study for people to
develop an appreciation for
Shakespeare's unique storytelling style.
OB. Shakespeare's plays have captured the
attention and admiration of people from
all over the world for centuries.
C. The popularity of Shakespeare's work has
risen and fallen over the centuries,
depending on which famous actors
perform the plays.
D. While Shakespeare is still taught in
schools, his plays and poetry are
considered old-fashioned and are no
longer interesting to modern audiences.

Which of the following statements is a claim of definition?

When abigail is interrogated by parris, she: a. claimed that tituba made her do those things. b. admitted that she asked tituba to do those things. c. said that betty and ruth were dancing naked. d. asked for forgiveness from her dear uncle.

In the space below, write a five-paragraph, 600-800 word persuasive essay arguing whether or not your chosen speech is effective in communicating its message, based on how it uses rhetorical strategies. include a clear thesis statement identifying whether, in your view, the speaker's argument is effective, based on his or her use of rhetorical strategies. explain why or why not. give your audience a sense of closure by providing a clear conclusion. throughout the essay, be sure to: use formal, objective language for an academic audience, connect your ideas using transitions that clearly tie together your ideas, base your argument on evidence from the text of the speech, and provide a clear conclusion about the speech's effectiveness.