What is a benefit of paraphrasing source material?

Complete the paragraph about imperialism

Which phrase from the declaration of independence best relates to anthony's theme of equal rights for all people? a. life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness b . to secure these, governments are instituted among men c. deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed d. endowed by their creator with certain inalienable rights

Which type of rhetoric is used in this sentence? while i'm certain some will disagree with what i'm about to say, i respectfully ask them to listen to the evidence i will provide to support my claim