Question #6428822Single Choice

AP English Language

Question

Read the following paragraph:

"I really don’t understand how people can still believe that climate change is a hoax. It’s honestly shocking that anyone with half a brain would even consider such a ridiculous idea. If you're still on the fence about it, I don't know what to tell you. The evidence is clear for anyone who can think critically."

What aspect of the paragraph is most likely to offend the audience?

Options

The use of a confident tone to assert the argument.

The implication that anyone who disagrees is unintelligent or incapable of critical thinking.

The use of evidence to support the claim about climate change.

The reference to people "on the fence" about the issue.

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