Devices - he expresses the use of rhythm and repetition to highlight the major points of his claim. Helps the audience truly understand what he is trying to explain and persuade.

Imagery - he describes many major components of slavery by vividly depicting what it was like. Helps the audience in believing in his claim because he experienced what it was like first hand.

Tone - his tone throughout the speech changes. He expresses his claim from racial discrimination to the hope of a bright future with no slavery ahead. Helps establish and create persuasion to himself as well as the audience.