Rhetorical Appeals
What is pathos?
Pathos is an appeal to emotions.
Define "tone" in literature
The author's attitude toward the subject or audience.
What event has led to the setting in "There Will Come Soft Rains"?
A nuclear apocalypse.
He ______ (to finish) his homework already.
Has Finished
What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
To present the main idea or argument of the essay.
Which rhetorical appeal is used when a speaker cites statistics and facts?
logos.
Give an example of parallelism
She likes cooking, jogging, and reading."
What happens to the house at the end of "There Will Come Soft Rains"?
It catches fire and is destroyed.
"Neither the teacher nor the students (was/were) late."
Were
What is the purpose of a hook in an introduction?
To grab the reader's attention and make them want to read more.
How does a speaker establish ethos in a speech?
By demonstrating their expertise, trustworthiness, and moral character.
What is a metaphor?
A figure of speech that compares two unlike things without using "like" or "as."
What is the significance of the poem within the story "There Will Come Soft Rains"?
It highlights the indifference of nature to human extinction
"Each of the players (has/have) a unique skill."
Has
How can anecdotes be used in persuasive texts?
Anecdotes can provide personal stories that make the argument more relatable and compelling.
What is the tone of Edgar Allan Poe's The Tell-Tale Heart?
Dark, paranoid, and intense
How does the story reflect Bradbury's views on technology and humanity?
It suggests that technological advancements can continue independently of human existence, highlighting the potential consequences of human reliance on technology.
They ___ (finish) their homework before dinner yesterday.
finished
write an example of situational irony.
A fire station burns down.
She ___ (never/see) a shooting star before.
have never seen
Argue for or against the use of technology in the classroom. Provide reasons and examples to support your position.
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