Rhetorical Analysis Of Passage 17

In “passage 17,” tone's of suspicion and curiosity portray the detective’s need to keep a keen eye and observe the situation in great detail. Despite the fact that he thinks everyone believes he is a good-for-nothing drunk, he disproves this assumption by examining the property effectively and showing up the owner’s house cleanly dressed, well shaven, and most importantly sober. The author's use of word choice, Imagery, and organization to help support the detectives misunderstanding. The authors use of negative diction, helps heighten the sense nervousness and need for curiosity. The author continues to use words such as “dark,” “hard-coal black,” and ”empty fireplace.” These terms give off the same feeling of suspense, and uneasiness that someone might receive as they walk down a ominously lit alley way. The quoted words also provide the reader with the sensation that something is wrong and that the owner of the estate: Mr. Sternwood has something to hide. The detective says that he is, “calling on four million dollars” this quote provides emphasis on the fact the Mr. Sternwood is a rich man. This provides another reason for suspicion due to the …show more content…
As he walks through the hallways of the house he notices, “large hard chairs… They didn't look as if anybody had ever sat in them.” The detective clearly notices the little things and is clearly experienced when surveying the scene. He surveys the scene for two reasons one, he feels a vibe of insecurity in the household and two, he wants to rid himself of that idea of judgment that he believes is being laid upon him. Along with the chair imprint he also notices the, “young chauffeur in shiny black leggings dusting a maroon Packard convertible.” again he examines the surrounding and finds this man who in a way is acting very