Question

1. douglass builds his argument using rhetorical questions in order to: a. urge his audience to answer the questions for themselves and, in doing so, reach the same conclusions about slavery and the united states that douglass has b. force his listeners to confront their own complicity in supporting slavery c. transition from one idea to the next d. make his speech more engaging for listeners e. establish a sophisticated tone which in turn furthers develops his credibility as a speaker

Explanation:

Rhetorical questions are used to make the audience think deeply and often lead them to the speaker's conclusion. Douglass used rhetorical questions to prompt his audience to reflect on slavery and the US, guiding them to his conclusions.

Answer:

a. Urge his audience to answer the questions for themselves and, in doing so, reach the same conclusions about slavery and the United States that Douglass has