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Medium Reading and Writing · Standard English Conventions · None · MCQ

The most obvious sign that the speaker is speaking directly to the reader is the use of the word "you." There are other elements of the passage that may help to make the speaker seem more immediate and personal. The speaker refers to events and places that are familiar to the reader, and the speaker uses a conversational tone throughout the passage. What is the most likely reason why the writer uses the word "you"?

In this passage, the word "you" is used to

  1. A

    create a sense of intimacy and connection with the reader.

  2. B

    describe the speaker’s feelings and experiences.

  3. C

    emphasize the importance of the speaker’s message.

  4. D

    suggest that the speaker is addressing a large audience.

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