If a man who wrote the Declaration of Independence, was Secretary of State, and twice President could give it 2 hours, our children can give it 10 or 15 minutes.
How does the author use rhetoric to advance his purpose?
a. The author uses allusion to highlight the historical importance of sports in American culture.
b. The author uses hyperbole to exaggerate the number of hours people devote daily to sports.
c. The author uses irony to illustrate the contrast between professional athletes and ordinary citizens.
d. The author uses sarcasm to encourage schools to implement at least a minimum exercise program.