Question

Briefly outline the history of rhetoric from ancient times to the present (500 words).

Answer 1

Rhetoric is defined as persuasive language has been recorded since ancient Since the invention of writing and languages, people have used rhetroic in various contexts and various purposes.

In early ages of Egypt and Mesopotamia, Kings and Generals used Rhetoric for towns and villagers to submit and become vassal states. If they refused, outright wars were fought.

Old Philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle also used Rhetoric in their text to reach a wider audience.

Religious texts  also used Rhetoric in order to persuade people towards 'faith' while also giving religious people the strength to stand against oppressors.

In modern times, the best example of a person using Rhetoric to great effect is Donald Trump, who was known for his verbal style which eventually won him the US elections