The discussion of the “greatest of poets and philosophers” in the third paragraph suggests that the author believes the audience of the speech will

recognize an implicit reference to Shakespeare and agree about his importance
recognize an implicit reference to Shakespeare and agree about his importance
A

respect the ideas of a philosopher but question the thinking of a poet
respect the ideas of a philosopher but question the thinking of a poet
B

consider Shakespeare to be among those who had “greatness thrust upon them” (paragraph 3)
consider Shakespeare to be among those who had “greatness thrust upon them” (paragraph 3)
C

object to the notion that “Some are born great” (paragraph 3)

The author’s allusive reference to Shakespeare clearly indicates an assumption that the author makes about his intended audience—that is, that they are sufficiently well-read to recognize to whom he is referring when he quotes, but does not name, “the greatest of poets and philosophers.” It further implies that the audience will share the author’s positive opinion of Shakespeare: after all, the author assumes that quoting Shakespeare will help gain him a favorable reception from the audience.

(I know someone already answered this, I just wanted to provide the explanation from AP Classroom)

jayilych4real jayilych4real · Answer 2 · 2021-10-11T12:06:09+02:00

The discussion of the “greatest of poets and philosophers” in the third paragraph suggests that the author believes the audience of the speech will:

A. recognize an implicit reference to Shakespeare and agree about his importance

According to the reference the author makes about the greatest of poets and philosophers, we can see that he makes an allusion to Shakespeare and his impressive work of literature.

He believes that his readers will see Shakespeare in a good light which would make them accept and appreciate his works because he is one of the greatest writers ever.

Therefore, the correct answer is option A