Question

Describe and evaluate Catt's rhetorical use of the following line as part of her argument. Explain your response in complete sentences.

Women of America, arise! Are you content that others shall pay the price of your liberty? Women in schools and counting house, in shops and on the farm, women in the home with babes at their breasts and women engaged in public careers will hear.The veins of American women are not filled with milk and water. They are neither cowards nor slackers. They will come. They only await the bugle call to learn that the final battle is on.

Include at least two pieces of textual evidence to support your response. Write a full paragraph and include an explanation in your response.

Answer 1

Answer:

Catt uses persuasive devices to better interpellate her readers: women willing to fight for their rights.

Explanation:

'Women of America, arise!' is an imperative command, meaning that uses instructional language to call for a certain action. 'Are you content that others shall pay the price of your liberty?' is a rhetorical question, meaning that the answer is self-evident.