Defoe Questions 1. In your own words, write five sentences that succinctly present Defoe’s main ideas. 2. Identify any literary devices that Defoe uses in his essay. Be able to discuss the significance of each device. 3. What areas of study does Defoe propose for women? 4. What is Defoe’s attitude toward women? Prove your response with examples from the text. 5. What persuasive techniques does Defoe use in his essay? Remember, persuasion takes evidence and reason. 6. How does Defoe describe an uneducated woman?