Item — sat-dog

Hard Reading and Writing · Craft and Structure · None · MCQ

The passage uses a variety of rhetorical techniques to persuade the reader to accept the author’s point of view. One such technique is the use of repetition, where the author repeats certain words or phrases to emphasize their importance. Another technique is the use of analogy, where the author compares a complex idea to a simpler concept that the reader is more likely to understand. What is the effect of the writer's use of repetition?

The use of repetition in this passage serves to

A
introduce a new idea to the reader.
B
provide a clear and concise explanation of the author’s point of view.
C
emphasize the importance of the author’s point of view.
D
create a sense of rhythm and flow in the passage.

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