Bears Quote by Susan B. Anthony
“I can see that "reap" and "deep," "prayers" and "bears," . . . do rhyme, and so I suppose it is a splendid effort, but if you had written it in plain prose, I could have understood it a great deal better and read it a great deal more easily.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 1873 Women's Rights Convention, Philadelphia
The speaker criticizes overly ornate language, preferring clear prose for better comprehension.
In simple terms: Complex language hinders understanding; plain language aids clarity.
Key Takeaway
Simplify language for clearer communication.
Themes
communication
clarity
literature
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
literary criticism
commentary
When to use this quote
- public speaking
- writing
- education
- literary criticism
Key Concepts
rhetoric
accessibility
readability
Questions to Reflect On
- How does language choice affect audience comprehension?
- When is ornate language appropriate?
A Different Perspective
Artistic expression may sacrifice clarity for style.
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