Rhetorical Devices
Contrast betweeen expectation and reality.
Irony
Argument for an opinion/position
Claim
Someone who embarks on a trasnformative journey and overcomes challenges
Hero
The core message, main point, or underlying meaning of an informational text.
Central Idea
Logos
The choice of words and style used to convey tone or message.
Diction
A point that disagrees with your main claim. It is used to better support your argument.
Counterclaim
Embodies nuturing, compassion, selflessness. Protects others.
Caregiver
Central message in a story that isn't directly stated, but must be inferred by the reader. (____ Theme)
Implicit Theme
Logos, Ethos, or Pathos? --> A doctor argues that values of getting 8 hours of sleep each night.
Ethos (Credibility)
Using a pattern of words to show two or more ideas have the same level of importance.
Parallelism
What does this transition indicate in an argument? "However...." "But..."
Rebuttal
A wise, experienced guide who provides knowledge, skills, and encouragement
Mentor
Define italicized word "He had winced like a man stung, swayed dangerously, and then straightened."
Flinch in pain
Logos, Ethos, or Pathos? --> Appealing to emotions
Pathos
What is this an example of? (Analogy or Antithesis) "Time is money, so spend it wisely."
Analogy
Structured premises/ideas used to prove arguments.
Reasoning
Spiderman is the hero archetype. However, PETER PARKER is an example of what archetype?
Everyman
Write a 1 sentence example of imagery
-Answers will vary-
One event will lead to a chain reaction of related events that results in an undesireable outcome
Slippery Slope
What is this an example of? (Analogy or Antithesis) "One small step for man, one giant leap for all mankind."
Antithesis
"Some people may argue...."
Counterclaim
What archetype is Yoda an example of?
Mentor
Describe tone vs. mood
Tone = author's attitude; Mood = Feeling or atmosphere for the reader
People should adopt certain behaviors simply because it is popular.
Bandwagon