Defintions
Application of
Interpretations
Appeals
Tone
100

Gives human qualities to nonhuman items

Personification
100

Faith is like a stony uphill climb

Simile
100

Less is more

commentary on simplicity

100

As a three-time Olympic gold medalist, I can assure you that this energy drink will improve your fitness and stamina.

Ethos
100

“Upon analysis of the data, it's evident that the proposed hypothesis is substantiated.”

Formal/ Analytical

200

Intentional exaggeration

Hyperbole
200

He possessed a cold fire in his eyes.

oxymoron

200

A good friend is like a four-leaf clover

Hard to find lucky to find

200

A bag of chips can bring the whole family together.


Pathos

200

“Oh great, another diet plan. Just what I needed!”

Sarcastic

300

a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

Analogy

300

Stop trying to save everyone; you are not wonder woman!

Allusion

300

After submitting her college essay, Sarah had the feeling she had earned herself a golden ticket.

She feels optimistic about her chances of getting in based on the quality of her writing.

300

This durable, pocket-sized, camera is perfect for adventurers on the go.

Logos

300

“Every setback is a setup for a comeback. Believe in your potential.”

Inspirational

400

 a statement or situation that appears contradictory but may contain a deeper truth. I

Paradox

400

Nobody goes to that restaurant, it is too crowded

paradox

400

"Writing a book of poetry is like dropping a rose petal down the Grand Canyon and waiting for the echo."


It's purposeless task in that due to its complex nature one may not ever understand or have different interpretations

400

What appeal would be most effective, if you wanted to convince your animal loving grandpa to go vegan?

Pathos

400

“She gazed at the fading photograph, lost in the echoes of a time long past.”

Nostalgic

500

a reference is made to a person, place, event, or work of art, often without explicitly stating the source

Allusion

500

In the same way as one cannot have the rainbow without the rain, one cannot achieve success and riches without hard work

Analogy
500

“I must be cruel to be kind.”

Commentary on the necessity of constructive criticism or discipline for a person's benefit. 

500

Which appeal would be most effective, if you wanted to convince your parent to let you go to a party. 

Ethos

500

“Whether it rains or shines tomorrow, it makes little difference to me.”

Indifferent