Question

Describe the tone of Douglass's speech. How does his tone contribute to the appeal that he makes using ethos and pathos?

Answer 1

The excerpt has been taken from Frederick Douglas's speech about 'What to the slave is the Fourth of July?'.

When Douglas starts the speech, his tone is humble and warm. He portrays himself as an ardent patriot through his speech. He also professes to the audience that he is very nervous and requests them to be warm to him.

However, as the speech continues and he talks about the 4th being hypocritical since slavery was still evident, he becomes angrier and his speech becomes impassioned.

Answer 2

Answer:

Explanation:when Douglass start the speech his tone is humble and warm . He portrays himself as an ardent patriot through his speech . He also professes to the audience that he is very nervous and request them to be warm to him.