2. Which quotation from the passage provides an example of how the passengers comfort each other? A “I think we got hit by lightning, the girl in the seat next
to mine said.” ( Paragraph 2)
B “I could hear small pockets of soothing conversation
everywhere." ( Paragraph 9)
C "I felt a bit tearful to be parting from people whose lives
had so intensely, if for a moment, touched mine." (
Paragraph 12)
D “I remember the passengers on that fateful, lucky flight
and wish I could thank them for the many acts of
kindness I witnessed and received." ( Paragraph 13)

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.