[Hamlet:] For in that sleep of death what dreams may come When we have shuffled off this mortal coil,

Must give us pause. There’s the respect

That makes calamity of so long life

–Hamlet,
William Shakespeare

Based on this section of the soliloquy, which words best describe Hamlet’s attitude toward life?

bored and scornful
hopeful and curious
pessimistic and despairing
relaxed and nostalgic

In the space below, write a five-paragraph, 600-800 word persuasive essay arguing whether or not your chosen speech is effective in communicating its message, based on how it uses rhetorical strategies. include a clear thesis statement identifying whether, in your view, the speaker's argument is effective, based on his or her use of rhetorical strategies. explain why or why not. give your audience a sense of closure by providing a clear conclusion. throughout the essay, be sure to: use formal, objective language for an academic audience, connect your ideas using transitions that clearly tie together your ideas, base your argument on evidence from the text of the speech, and provide a clear conclusion about the speech's effectiveness.