Question

read the passage. these are the times that try men’s souls. the summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink from the service of his country; but he that stands it now, deserves the love and thanks of man and woman. tyranny, like hell, is not easily conquered... in this passage from the crisis, paine was employing which persuasive technique?
○ appeal to logic
○ appeal to ethics
○ appeal to emotion
○ appeal to authority

Explanation:

The passage uses vivid, evocative language (like "times that try men's souls," "Tyranny, like hell") and calls on feelings of patriotism, courage, and moral duty to inspire the audience, which is characteristic of an appeal to emotion. It does not use logical reasoning, ethical credentials, or authority figures to persuade.

Answer:

○ appeal to emotion