What To The Slave Is The Fourth Of July Rhetorical Analysis
In Frederick Douglass’ speech “What to the Slave is the Fourth of July” he compels his audience to make a stand against slavery. This newfound motivation to abolish slavery established within the audience members is derived from his strong use of rhetorical devices such as pathos, and tone.
Although we cannot audibly hear his tone, Douglass’ tone is most clearly seen in his speech through his choice in diction. At first he is humble and patriotic which is precisely what his audience expects from him. As the speech progresses, he grows in anger and emotion. He uses firm and confident words and phrases in order to assert authority over the audience and give off an aura of disdain rather than patriotism. “Humble, devout gratitude, freedom,
Although we cannot audibly hear his tone, Douglass’ tone is most clearly seen in his speech through his choice in diction. At first he is humble and patriotic which is precisely what his audience expects from him. As the speech progresses, he grows in anger and emotion. He uses firm and confident words and phrases in order to assert authority over the audience and give off an aura of disdain rather than patriotism. “Humble, devout gratitude, freedom,