Methods of Development
This Method of Development points out similarities and differences between two or more ideas, things, people, etc.
Comparison
Fill-in-the-Blank: “You” or “us” or “we” are known as ____________ pronouns
“You” or “us” or “we” are known as PERSONAL pronouns
This rhetorical device is the attitude of the author or voice evident throughout the text
Tone
This rhetorical device is the specific word choice of the author; it can be formal or informal, positive or negative, modern or traditional
Diction
This type of essay presents a reasoned series of arguments in support of a position
Argumentative
This Method of Development includes numbers or facts that can be proven as true that support an argument
Facts/Statistics
These types of questions allow the readers to ponder the questions with the author
Rhetorical
This rhetorical device compares two things without the use of like or as; it is more subtle than the simile and thus requires more interpretation
Metaphor
True or False: “The cold stabbed like a driven nail through the parka’s fold" is a metaphor
False: it is a simile
This type of essay combines reasoned arguments with the emotion required to persuade the reader to take action
Persuasive
This Method of Development points out differences between two characters or ideas; because this method can sharpen and clarify an argument, it is frequently more powerful than comparison
Contrast
Through this type of language, the use of metaphors, similes, and personifications help to reinforce the argument in a nonliteral way
Figurative Language
This rhetorical device is an object or action that represents something other than what it is
Symbol
This rhetorical device appeals to one or more of the senses by creating a vivid impression through the use of concrete details, adjectives, and figures of speech
Imagery
Define each of the Rhetorical Appeals
Ethos (logic/credibility), Pathos (emotion), and Logos (facts/statistics)
This Method of Development explains why something happened by showing the direct causal relationships between two or more things
Cause and Effect
Fill-in-the-Blank: Persuasive techniques are tricks that the author uses to present their argument and are sometimes referenced as “_______________” in writing
Persuasive techniques are tricks that the author uses to present their argument and are sometimes referenced as “SECRET WEAPONS” in writing.
This rhetorical device is an indirect reference to a well-known event, person, thing, place, or quality
Allusion
Fill-in-the-Blank: Rhetorical Devices are used to convey meaning to the reader, with the goal of ________________ them
Rhetorical Devices are used to convey meaning to the reader, with the goal of PERSUADING them
This type of essay describes or explains a topic; for example, “The Care and Maintenance of a Bicycle”
Expository (Explanation)
This Method of Development quotes or paraphrases a credible source to support argument
Expert Testimony
Fill-in-the-Blanks: Developmental methods are what happens ____________ the water; Persuasive techniques are not always seen and happen ____________ the water
Developmental methods are what happens ABOVE the water; Persuasive techniques are not always seen and happen UNDER/BELOW the water
This rhetorical device is the thing or situation to which the word specifically refers (the dictionary interpretation); connotation is the associated meanings it implies or suggests
Denotation
Identify the device being used: "The green light at the end of the dock in The Great Gatsby represents the verdant hope of the new world and is therefore associated with the American Dream."
Symbol/Symbolism
This type of essay uses a single well-told story as the basis for drawing a conclusion or making a statement of opinion (hint: if you looked ahead on the course calendar, we will be exploring this type of essay the week of October 7th!)
Narrative