Question

In a rhetorical situation, what is the exigence?

A. the message of the text—what the writer is saying about the issue at hand
B. the original reason for or cause of the writing—the issue that prompted the writer to say something
C. the purpose the writer has for writing—what the writer ultimately hopes to accomplish
D. the context for writing—the historical events and cultural movements surrounding the text’s creation

Answer 1

Answer:

I believe it is B

Explanation:

In rhetoric, exigence is an issue, problem, or situation that causes or prompts someone to write or speak.

Answer 2

Answer:

B. The original reason for or cause of the writing---the issue that prompted the writer to say something

Explanation: Edge;) got 100