A Rhetorical Analysis Of Benjamin Franklin's Speech

Benjamin Franklin was a man who was admired by all. Based on his knowledge and the love he had for his country , he was known as one of the founding fathers who drafted the declaration of independence and the constitutions of the United States. Through out his journey, Benjamin Franklin has wrote many speeches that were extrodinary and specific even the audience were able to support and engage with his actions. In Franklin's speech his words and phrases makes the reader easily understand the meaning of it, also by slowly conveying a message that's not well known it makes the audience analyze his works more and at the exact same time it has a realistic background which caused it to be perfect.

In Franklin's speech he used various ways to make a simple topic seem important and relates it in real life. Franklin's usage of rhetorical devices has greatly impacted his speeches. The usage of allusion can provide a helpful advice in a context except in a shorter example. In his speech he would use allusions such as comparing prideful men to "Blown Bufo", this applies to the troublesome characteristics of a toad to an ill-mannered man. He would also use allusion but in a specific example to relate those who have left the religion of Christianity, " How many observe Christ's Birthday...'tis easier to keep holidays than commandments,". The amazing way he uses allusion has not only catch the attention many, it also creates a deeper meaning to something so small and indescribable. …show more content…
By using the rhetorical device, aphorism , Franklin explains a short life quote except in a short and significant. He would say " In prosperous fortunes be made it and wise, The Greases may fall, the lowest may rise", he's conveying a message to guide those who believes in fortunes, and that they are perceptible to