Question

Read the scenario.

Kimi and Sunil are having a formal discussion about rhetorical questions in a speech. Kimi states that the rhetorical questions provide examples of how the audience can engage in political action. She says this supports the speaker’s purpose of encouraging participation in political initiatives.

Which is the best question for Sunil to ask to gain clarity on Kimi’s statement?

Which rhetorical question is the most intriguing?
What rhetorical questions did the speaker pose?
Why does the speaker use examples of engagement rather than directives?
Is the speaker’s purpose a positive ambition that the group should discuss?

Answer 1

"What rhetorical questions did the speaker pose?"

This asks Kimi for concrete examples to support her claim, letting Sunil evaluate whether those questions actually show ways to engage politically and whether they support the speaker’s stated purpose. The other options are more subjective or evaluative rather than clarifying.