Question

Read the sentence.

When Clinton states, "The time is now,” she makes a call to action.

Which revision most reflects analysis?

Clinton directs her audience to act now by saying, “The time is now.”
“The time is now,” explains Clinton, and the audience should not hesitate to act.
Clinton’s dynamic call to action, “The time is now,” reinforces the urgency of her argument.
Issuing a call to action with the statement “The time is now” creates a forceful tone.

Answer 1

Clinton’s dynamic call to action, “The time is now,” reinforces the urgency of her argument.

Reason: This revision moves beyond summary and interprets the rhetorical effect (it labels the line a call to action and explains how it strengthens the speech by increasing urgency).