Which piece of evidence best illustrates the impact of the villagers' actions? A. "You might bring down a curse on us. Lay off,' warned an old man, but the
younger one energetically threw the pebble in." (Paragraph 12)
B. "Better than dumping all of its garbage in the ocean, went the thinking in the
city, and plans were made for a long pipe to carry it to the hole." (Paragraph 37)
C.
“The police felt comforted as they used the hole to get rid of accumulations of
expertly done counterfeit bills." (Paragraph 39)
D. "He thought it must be his imagination. Then, as he resumed his former
position, from the direction where the voice had come, a small pebble skimmed
by him and fell on past." (Paragraph 44)

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.