Question

1. how does skillful rhetoric increase the effectiveness of persuasive writing?

by making logical points
by showing that the argument is sound
by entertaining the reader with stories
by creating emotional impact

Explanation:

Rhetoric in persuasive writing aims to persuade the audience. Making logical points (logos) and showing the argument is sound (also related to logical reasoning) are important, but creating emotional impact (pathos) is a key aspect of skillful rhetoric. Entertaining with stories might be a part of some writing but is not the core way skillful rhetoric increases effectiveness in persuasive writing compared to creating emotional impact which directly engages the reader on an emotional level to persuade them.

Answer:

by creating emotional impact