Grapes Of Wrath Rhetorical Analysis

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In the novel, "Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck, the author use logos on the tenant with reasoning tone to show his point of view of the situation that was happening. While he use some kind of personal statement and weak tone for the driver to explain his situation. The author showed his agreement to the tenant, but also his understanding to the driver using this strategies.
The author showed his attitude of understanding toward the driver by showing the personal situation the driver is in and showing the weak tone the driver has. The fact that the driver was using a fuel that is so "cheap" shows that the driver does not have money (Line 5). Which kind of foreshadow the attitude the author has for him, Because of the fact that the driver
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