Read the passage from The “The Farewell Speech.” I do assure you there is no prince that loves his subjects better, or whose love can countervail our love. There is no jewel, be it of never so rich a price, which I set before this jewel: I mean your love. For I do esteem it more than any treasure or riches; for that we know how to prize, but love and thanks I count invaluable. The repetition of the word "love" is effective because it
Answer
A
helps the author to establish a third-person point of view.
B
emphasizes the speaker’s respect and affection for the audience.
C
provides organization so the speaker’s thoughts progress logically.
D
creates a romantic tone right from the beginning of the speech.
Explanation
The speaker repeats “love” while comparing the audience’s affection to a priceless jewel and to treasure. This repetition emphasizes the speaker’s respect and affection for the audience. It does not establish third-person point of view or create a romantic tone; the speech is about the speaker’s bond with her subjects.
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