Figurative Language
What type of figurative language does the sentence below utilize?
The wind blew through the trees like a gentle melody.
Simile
What type of figurative language does the sentence below utilize?
Time is a thief.
Metaphor
Which appeal focuses on establishing credibility and trustworthiness?
Ethos
What type of appeal relies on logical reasoning and evidence?
Logos
How would you write a proper in-text citation for a quote from Tuesdays with Morrie by Mitch Albom on page 47.
(Albom 47).
What type of figurative language does the sentence below utilize?
The stars winked in the night sky.
Personification
What type of figurative language does the sentence below utilize? Double points if you can get the exact type.
The fire station burned down while the firefighters were on vacation.
Irony for base points
Situational Irony for double points
Which appeal is centered around evoking emotions and connecting with the audience's feelings?
Pathos
If a speaker references their years of experience in a specific field to gain the audience's trust, which appeal are they employing?
Ethos
In a debate the debaters need to present ___________ in order to have an effective argument.
Evidence.
What type of figurative language does the sentence below utilize?
He had the strength of Hercules.
Allusion
What type of figurative language does the sentence below utilize?
The city roared with the cacophony of honking horns and bustling crowds.
Imagery
In a debate, if a speaker uses statistical data and scientific studies to support their argument, which appeal dominates their approach?
Logos
When a speaker shares a heartfelt personal story to connect with the audience emotionally, which appeal is most evident?
Pathos
What is the following an example of from debates?
You make a great point, however, there are some flaws in the argument you present such as....
A rebuttal/ counterargument
A __________ presents a seemingly contradictory statement that may reveal a deeper truth.
Example: Less is more.
What type of figurative language does the sentence below utilize?
She's always on cloud nine when she's painting.
Idiom
Define the term "kairos" what does it appeal to? Provide an example of this.
The timeliness of an argument. "Call now!" "Act now!" "We need change today!" etc.
If an advertisement says...
"Hi, I'm a certified dentist here to tell you today about Colgate toothpaste, which has been proven to be 99% effective at fighting bad bacteria in your mouth. Call today for a free sample."
What rhetorical appeals is the ad utilizing?
Ethos, Logos, Kairos
In Tuesdays with Morrie, what does Morrie believe people should do in terms of culture?
They should create their own culture that makes them happy.
Identify the idiom in the sentence below.
His decision to quit his job was the final straw that broke the camel's back.
Broke the camel's back.
In a complex narrative, the author uses a recurring motif of a raven to imply impending doom. What figurative language device is being employed in this narrative technique?
Symbolism
If an advertisement says....
"Every hour 1 out of 10 pets are left homeless, starving in the streets."
The advertisement is utilizing what rhetorical appeals?
If an advertisement says....
"Hi climate expert John here, every year the global sea level will rise 1% due to climate change, impacting the natural habitats of animals worldwide potentially endangering their existence. Call today to donate $5 to fight climate change."
Ethos, Pathos, Logos, Kairos.
Write the three steps of the quote analysis.
Step 1 - Introduce the quote providing context of where the quote is coming from.
Step 2 - Insert the quote with proper citations
Step 3 - Provide an analysis of the quote