Question

which of the following scenarios would utilize traditional rhetoric as a means of persuasion?
a. a students report card
b. a speech by a classmate who is running for student body president
c. a poster advertising this weekends greek festival of food
d. a letter written from a civilian to a soldier expressing gratitude for his or her service
please select the best answer from the choices provided
○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

Traditional rhetoric is used to persuade an audience. A student body president speech (Option B) aims to persuade classmates to vote for the speaker. A report card (A) is informative. A festival poster (C) is promotional but not using traditional rhetorical persuasion elements like ethos, pathos, logos as deeply as a speech. A gratitude letter (D) is expressive, not persuasive in the rhetorical sense.

Answer:

B. a speech by a classmate who is running for student body president