Reread lines 61-77. How did the wilderness setting and proximity to the Indians affect the beliefs of “the Salem folks”? answer
The wilderness was full of danger and dangerous “heartens.” the people of Salem felt that the forest was dangerous and evil and was “devil’s last preserve.”

Which type of characterization is used in the excerpt to reveal claire’s character traits? indirect, direct, both or neither

Which best expresses the irony present in this passage?

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.