Read the following passage from "The War Prayer": [I]n every breast burned the holy fire of patriotism; the
drums were beating, the bands playing, the toy pistols
popping, the bunched firecrackers hissing and spluttering.
What device does Twain use to support the mood of this passage?
A. Synecdoche
B. Polyptoton
C. Polysyndeton
D. Asyndeton

In a debate focused specifically on the topic of whether new laws are needed to prevent distracted driving, the following argument is made. which type of special appeal does it demonstrate? “my opponent is correct—distracted driving is very dangerous. many activities—texting, talking on the phone, looking at maps, eating breakfast—all of these contribute to accidents. yes, we have statistics to support that. however, my opponent is totally ignoring the role that improper and inconsistent maintenance of your vehicle can also have in causing accidents! ” a. false analogy b. red herring c. bandwagon d. fallacy of argument from ignorance