Why is literature powerful as a persuasive tool? because its attempts at persuasion are subtle, not preachy
because it presents clear and reasonable arguments
because its message is so straightforward
because it avoids making emotional appeals

"as one of our outstanding historical figures once said, ‘when a great democracy is destroyed, it will not be because of enemies from without but rather because of enemies from within.’" (paragraph 7) how does this quote reveal mccarthy’s point of view and advance the purpose of his speech?

Which statement is the most accurate summary of this excerpt from leo tolstoy’s the death of ivan ilyich?

Aside from his general attitude toward women, what kept cisneros father from appreciating her writing?