Terms
Denotative meaning
The dictionary definition of something
Give an example of a metaphor
If it was a figure of speech that compared two things then you won this round yayyy
What is an example of an intensifier
"very" or "really"
Symbol
Something that represents something else
Give an example of a connotative meaning of a puppy
If the connotative meaning of a puppy included thoughts or emotions towards the word "puppy" then you won this round woohoo!
Give an example of vivid language
If you said something emotionally interesting and imagery provoking then you did great!
Information processing theory
argues that to be persuaded, you must comprehend the persuasive message.
Give an example of a euphemism
If it included the use of words to make something sound better than it is then you did great yay
Can a speech including profanity be persuasive?
Possibly, depending on the audience, since profanity can cause mixed reactions in one's audience.
Political correctness
issues of inclusive speech and advocacy of non-racist, non-ageist, and non-sexist terminology.
Give an example of an aphorism
If it was a saying such as a maxim or an adage that offers advice then you won this round!!
What is the Sapir- Whorf hypothesis?
Language dictates thought
God term
words or phrases that carry the greatest blessing in a culture and demand sacrifice or obedience.
Give an example of a devil term
If it was a term that is seen as disgusting by a certain culture the you won this round woohoooo
What is the Reinforcement theory
it assumes that people are motivated to avoid pain and seek pleasure