Question

In a scenario of two dazed boxers lying flat on their backs, slowly regaining consciousness, the winner of World War III would be that country which could stand on its feet first (and so go on to win World War VI). Therefore, the pentagon’s priority was to provide scientists with a way to rebuild the country as fast as possible, unimpeded by unnecessary restrictions.
  Which type of rhetoric is used most in this excerpt to convince readers of the author’s point of view?
A an appeal to logic
B an appeal to the author’s character
C an appeal to emotion
D an appeal to ethics

Answer 1

Based on the given excerpt above from “How the Internet and Other Technologies Came About,” the type of rhetoric that is used most in this excerpt to convince readers of the author’s point of view is an appeal to logic. The answer would be option A. an appeal to logic. Hope this answers your question. Have a great day!

Answer 2

Answer:

The type of rhetoric that is used most in this excerpt to convince readers of the author’s point of view is an appeal to logic

Explanation:

The type of rhetoric that appeals to logic needs to have a fundament and supporting details to be sustained, the premise that the country who can stand on its feet first will be the winner as is presented in the analogy of a pair of boxers supports the idea that this country will be a step ahead its counterpart which can make it win not only one battle but the following ones too.