Which media statements attempt to change the audience's view on an issue through its use of language? Select the two correct answers. (1 point)

Question

A local business owner was the victim of a violent attack by a group of protesters outside of his establishment.
The winner of the marathon completed the race in 2 hours 45 seconds, a new record for the city.
Two months after it was launched, the Fleiss telescope photographed a galaxy one billion light years away.
According to archaeologists, the Grand Canyon was carved by flowing water six million years ago.
It is quite possible that bananas could go extinct within the next two centuries, causing grave problems.

Answer 1

The two media statements that attempt to change the audience's view on an issue through the use of language are:

1. A local business owner was the victim of a violent attack by a group of protesters outside of his establishment.
2. It is quite possible that bananas could go extinct within the next two centuries, causing grave problems.

The first statement uses emotionally charged language ("victim," "violent attack") to elicit a sympathetic response to the business owner and possibly sway public opinion against the protesters. The second statement introduces the potential future extinction of bananas with the phrase "causing grave problems," which aims to evoke concern and urgency regarding environmental issues and food security.