Rhetorical Devices
stylistic devices or techniques used by authors to convey meaning and persuade reader; using provokes an emotional response.
rhetorical devices
comparison using "like" or "as"
simile
type of essay that presents arguments about both sides of an issue.
Argumentative Essay
the action or fact of persuading someone or of being persuaded to do or believe something
persuasion
This type of response requires a well-developed paragraph of about 10-15 sentences and must include multiple pieces of text evidence
ECR (Extended Constructed Response)
common errors in reasoning that will undermine the logic of your argument
logical fallacies
Giving human qualities/actions to non-living things
Personification
state or assert that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof
claim
the quality of being trusted and believed in; the quality of being convincing or believable.
credibility
This is the minimum number of sentences required in a Short Constructed Response (SCR) to fully answer the prompt and provide evidence and explanation.
3-4 sentences
leaving out particular details
omission
Using an object, image, or word to represent something else, like an idea or feeling, that is bigger than its literal meaning
Symbolism
a position that goes against, or opposes, your main argument. Counter-arguments make your position stronger, and show that you have come to your position in a fair manner after considering the other person's point of view. They help you to show why you are right.
counterargument
an appeal used to establish credibility
Ethos
When writing an ECR, you should include this number of pieces of text evidence to fully support your response.
2-3 pieces of text evidence
attempts to persuade people by making them feel that a product or idea is popular and that everyone else is doing it #FOMO
bandwagon appeals
descriptive words in writing to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind by appealing to their senses, like sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch, so they can almost feel like they are experiencing what the story is describing
Imagery
the available body of facts or information indicating whether a belief or proposition is true or valid
evidence
an appeal used to invoke emotion in the reader
Pathos
True or False: Every piece of evidence in your response must be followed by an explanation that ties it back to your answer.
True
rhetoric used to influence an audience by using words and phrases with strong connotations associated with them in order to invoke an emotional response and/or exploit stereotypes.
loaded language
Comparison "without" using like or as
Metaphor
the writer refutes or rebuts an opposing position; it directly addresses the opposing view and states why your claims are valid
rebuttals
an appeal to someone's logic using statistics and facts
Logos
When writing an ECR, your conclusion should do these two things to effectively close your response.
What are summarize your main ideas and restate your thesis?