Aristotelian
Appeals
Appeals
This Aristotelian appeal is based on credibility and trustworthiness.
What is Ethos?
A comparison using “like” or “as.”
What is a Simile?
Saying the opposite of what you mean, often for humor or emphasis.
What is Irony?
Referring to another work of literature, a historical event, or cultural figure.
What is an Allusion?
The process of breaking down and examining a literary work to understand its meaning.
What is Literary Analysis?
“A Harvard scientist says this diet is effective” is an example of this appeal.
What is Ethos?
Giving human qualities to non-human objects.
What is Personification?
A question asked for effect, not an actual answer.
What is a Rhetorical Question?
Mentioning WWII in Maus is an example of this.
What is a Historical Allusion?
Paying close attention to word choice, imagery, and punctuation is called this.
What is a 'Close Reading'?
Using vivid imagery to evoke empathy taps into this appeal.
What is Pathos?
“Her smile was brighter than the sun” is an example of this exaggerated device.
What is Hyperbole?
This type of humor uses exaggeration to expose flaws in society.
What is Satire?
A reference that connects a text to a famous myth, Bible story, or political event.
What is a Cultural or Literary Allusion?
Tracking symbols or recurring ideas across a text.
What are Motifs or Patterns?
400“According to recent studies, 80% of teens use social media daily” uses this appeal.
What is Logos?
This technique compares two unlike things without using “like” or “as.”
What is a Metaphor?
Placing two contrasting ideas side-by-side.
What is Juxtaposition?
A brief, indirect reference that relies on the audience’s prior knowledge.
What is an Allusion?
The author’s attitude toward the subject.
What is Tone?
Name all three Aristotelian appeals.What are Ethos, Pathos, and Logos?
What are Ethos, Pathos, and Logos?
Identify all three: one that compares, one that exaggerates, and one that gives human traits.
What are Metaphor, Hyperbole, and Personification?
A phrase combining contradictory terms, such as “bittersweet.” or "jumbo shrimp"
What is an Oxymoron?
The repetition of vowel sounds within words.
What is Assonance?
Connecting the structure of a work with its meaning.
What is Connecting Form and Content?