All prior discussions regarding improvements to our schools included statements preceded by the phrase "in the future." With all due respect, this is unacceptable. The time for improvement is now. If we intend to encourage students to achieve their personal best, the time for improvement is now. If we want to ensure a brighter future for our communities, the time for improvement is now.

Question

How does the use of repetition affect the impact of this text?
1 It helps the author persuade the audience to plan for the future.
2 It makes the information more memorable for the audience.
3 It stresses the problem's urgency to motivate the audience.

Answer 1

3 It stresses the problem's urgency to motivate the audience.