Speech at the UN
Inaugural Address
Rhetoric 1
Rhetoric 2
Rhetoric 3
Random Trivia
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What is Malala's (the author) purpose in her speech? To inform, to persuade, to encourage, etc.
To persuade (the countries of the world to pursue peace & education)
1
When JFK states, "We dare not forget today that we are the heirs of that first revolution," (4) which rhetorical device is he using?
Allusion (referring to the American Revolution)
1
Which rhetorical devices is being described in this image?
Hyperbole
1
This term refers to the author's use of language that creates strong feelings in the reader/listener.
Emotionally Charged Language
1
Which rhetorical appeal is being made in the following commercial?
Pathos (appeal to emotion)
1
What is the top layer of the Earth called?
The Crust
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Which rhetorical device is being used here?
Diction
2
Which rhetorical device is being used in the following paragraph from Malala's speech: "Dear brothers and sisters, we must not forget that millions of people are suffering from poverty, injustice, and ignorance. We must not forget that millions of children are out of schools. We must not forget that our sisters and brothers are waiting for a bright peaceful future." (32)
Anaphora (would accept Repetition)
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JFK uses which rhetorical device in the following quote: "Let every nation know, whether it wishes us well or ill, that we shall pay any price, bear any burden, meet any hardship, support any friend, opposed any foe to assure the survival and success of liberty."
Parallelism
2
Which rhetorical devices is being used in the following post?
Allusion
2
Which rhetorical device is being used in the following song?
Alliteration
2
Which rhetorical device is being used in the following twitter post?
Allusion (will also accept Hyperbole)
2
When was John F. Kennedy assassinated?
November 22, 1963
2
Which rhetorical device is being used in the following post?
Allusion
3
In paragraph 16 of her speech, Malala Yousafzai mentions respected historical figures and social movement leaders such as the prophet Muhammed, MLK, Nelson Mandela, and Mother Teresa to establish this type of rhetorical appeal.
Ethos (appeal to authority)
3
JFK opens his inaugural speech using which rhetorical device as he states, "We observe today not a victory or party but a celebration of freedom - symbolizing an end as well as a beginning - signifying renewal as well as change."
Antithesis (would also accept Parallelism)
3
Which rhetorical device is, "A comparison between two things with the ultimate goal of explaining a complex idea?"
Analogy
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This is the literary term for a comparison that is developed at length throughout a poem or work, such as Maya Angelou's linking the idea of a caged bird to the lived experiences of black communities in the United States.
Extended Metaphor
3
Which rhetorical device is being used in the following commercial?
Repetition
3
You can find Grand Teton National Park in which U.S. state?
Wyoming
4
In paragraph 19, Malala includes a story of a young boy from her school who was interviewed by reporters. This inclusion is an example of which rhetorical device?
Anecdote
4
In paragraph 20, JFK states, "And if a beachhead (foothold) of cooperation may push back the jungle of suspicion, let both sides join in creating a new endeavor..." Which rhetorical device is being used here?
Metaphor
4
Which rhetorical device is "the repetition of a word or words at the beginning of successive phrases of lines or clauses?"
Anaphora
4
When an author uses "if-then" reasoning to show how one idea naturally leads to another, they are using this rhetorical appeal.
Logos (appeal to logic)
4
Which rhetorical appeal is being made in the following commercial?
Logos (appeal to logic)
4
Who was pictured on the first US adhesive stamp?
Benjamin Franklin
5
Identify the central idea of Malala Yousafzai's speech.
Answer should address her belief in the importance of education and her call for peace throughout the world, which will enable the pursuit of education.
5
Identify the central idea of JFK's Inaugural Speech
Answer should address JFK's concerns about nuclear warfare and his desire for the countries of the world to work together towards peace.
5
Which rhetorical devices is, "A short story about a real incident or person. Often used to develop a point or inject humor?"
Anecdote
5
Which rhetorical device is being used in the beginning of this song?
Simile
5
Which rhetorical device is used in this Sara Lee slogan: "Everybody doesn't like something, but nobody doesn't like Sara Lee."
Antithesis
5
During World War II, what famous company produced propaganda films for the U.S. government?
Walt Disney Productions