In his Document “Declaration of Independence” (1776) Thomas Jefferson argues that the King has wronged the colonists and stripped them of their rights. He supports his argument by listing all of the wrongdoings the King has committed to the colonists. The author’s purpose is to explain to the other nations why the colonists decided to declare their independence from Britain. Jefferson’s targeted audience were 18th century colonists. In Thomas Jefferson’s “Declaration Of Independence”, he uses rhetorical terms to help convey his message. Through his profound combination of Diction and Pathos, along with syllogism Jefferson is able to strongly transmit his message to his audience. In the “Declaration of Independence” Thomas Jefferson uses a very precise choice of words. He uses this formal wording because of the formal presentation and the seriousness of the …show more content…
He uses words such as dissolve, abolish, usurpations, fatiguing, petitioned, and sacred to both enhance the text and to keep the seriousness of it. The use of these words creates a genuine atmosphere. Jefferson is very formal and serious about the situation he is talking about. He is looking to maybe persuade the audience of the inhuman and barbarous treatment of his people who came to the colonies seeking colonization. He is very determined about this argument and uses these words to support him in proving his point. Bringing emotion into your arguement is an exceptional way to assure your audience into trusting that what you are saying is indeed valid. Jefferson’s use of words like cruel, destructive, uncomfortable, fatiguing, desolation, tyranny, and death create a negative atmosphere towards Great Britain. Jefferson says, “He has refused for a