Context is a. limited to the words of a literary work that are relevant to understanding the meaning of a text b. anything that may be relevant to understanding the meaning of a text, except history and biography c. limited to the historical facts of a text d. anything beyond the specific words of a literary work that may be relevant to understanding the meaning of a text

In the space below, write a five-paragraph, 600-800 word persuasive essay arguing whether or not your chosen speech is effective in communicating its message, based on how it uses rhetorical strategies. include a clear thesis statement identifying whether, in your view, the speaker's argument is effective, based on his or her use of rhetorical strategies. explain why or why not. give your audience a sense of closure by providing a clear conclusion. throughout the essay, be sure to: use formal, objective language for an academic audience, connect your ideas using transitions that clearly tie together your ideas, base your argument on evidence from the text of the speech, and provide a clear conclusion about the speech's effectiveness.