Question

"An unhealthy diet is a major cause of “non-communicable diseases” such as heart diseases, cancer, diabetes and strokes. Such diseases accounted for 66% of deaths in Nepal in 2017. A report this year by the UN’s children agency, Unicef, found that 43% of Nepalese children are either stunted or overweight."

Based on the passage, what rhetoric device is the author using?

Answer 1

The author is using **statistics** and **appeal to authority** as rhetorical devices in the passage. By presenting statistical data (such as the percentage of deaths caused by non-communicable diseases and the percentage of stunted or overweight children), the author strengthens the argument about the impact of an unhealthy diet. Additionally, referencing a report by a reputable organization like UNICEF adds credibility to the claims, appealing to authority. This combination of statistics and credible sources effectively emphasizes the seriousness of the health issues in Nepal.