Name that rhetorical choice
A point-by-point comparison. A very similar scenario or hypothetical likeness. "It would be the same thing if person X went to person Y and said Z"
Analogy
If a writer uses a lot of passive voice, what might be the effect on the audience?
The responsible party might be hidden or minimalized. It might start to feel like these things just "happen" and nobody is responsible. Things might feel like fate or it might create a resigned tone. "That's just the way it is."
If the speaker's purpose is "to inspire and empower", then what question do you need to ask to find the exigence?
"In her speech, Malala uses strong language in order to convey her message about peace and education."
Nope. "Strong language" is not a choice. 0/1
"Obama's repetition of the phrase, 'we know' followed by facts about the Middle East captures the reader's attention and pushes his message into their minds."
"Obama's repetition of the phrase 'we know' followed by facts about the Middle East emphasizes the long history of turmoil and reminds the audience that the government studies and follows the region closely."
Vivid descriptions about the way something looks, sounds, smells, tastes, or feels. Detailed descriptions about how it would feel to actually perceive of this thing in front of you.
Imagery
If a writer has used some contrasts, oxymorons, paradox, or juxtaposition, what might be the cumulative effect of all of those elements?
What is another word for exigence?
Urgency
"In her speech, Malala tells multiple stories of hardship and shifts to an inspiring and hopeful tone. In doing so, she conveys to her audience her message about the power of peace and education."
Yep. Even though it is 2 sentences, they are right next to each other and all of the components are present. 1/1
Bush's use of Bible verses and religious diction and imagery shows his audience that even though we have suffered losses, he has faith.
Bush's use of Bible verses and religious diction and imagery speaks directly to the Christians in his audience and reminds them of their faith and their teachings, so that they might find peace in this terrifying moment.
Downplaying something. Deliberately making it smaller or less important. For example, someone is talking about the AP Physics exam and they say, "yeah it's a bit difficult for some kids, I suppose."
Understatement
When a writer makes an allusion, what effect do they want on the audience?
They want the audience to apply whatever they feel about that allusion to this current concept we are discussing. If that allusion is about hope, then the audience should feel hopeful here. If that allusion is about tyranny and oppression, then that's what's going on here as well.
Sometimes (for example in the case of a graduation, funeral, inauguration, state of the union), the exigence is the _______.
Occasion. The event itself is the reason for the purpose.
Malala uses tone to convey her message.
Nope. "Tone" needs a modifier. By itself, it says nothing and doesn't earn the point. 0/1
Douglass's vivid imagery and gory, violent descriptions capture his audience's attention and show the audience how bad slavery was.
Douglass's vivid imagery and gory, violent descriptions shock and disgust the audience and turn their anger against the institution of slavery itself.
Putting two items or images side-by-side that are never supposed to be together. They represent different feelings and it's quite odd to read/see/feel them in the same space. A very small child alone in a giant football stadium. Beautiful flowers spilling out of a grimy dumpster.
Juxtaposition
Why do speakers use rhetorical questions?
They know that the audience automatically thinks of an answer to the question. This creates a two-way interaction. Now the audience is not just passively listening, they are mentally responding and engaging.
What rubric language is associated with exigence?
"broader context"
"sophisticated understanding of the rhetorical situation"
Malala tells her audience that peace is the only way and that education is the pathway to peace.
Nope. That's a summary of her message, not an analysis of her choices. 0/1
Dr. King uses pathos to really reach his audience and make them understand.
Dr. King appeals to the empathy and humanity in his audience to make them feel a connection with their oppressed, segregated fellow human beings.
Lists of people, instances, or pieces of evidence that go along with the writer's premise. Multiple people, places, things, or ideas that are proof of the writer's claim.
Exemplification
What is the effect of vivid imagery?
The audience can visualize exact details. They can imagine these smells and sounds. They perhaps have a memory of these feelings and it is conjured up here. They are imagining and picturing and experiencing the text. This might be to create an appeal? Ask yourself what happens when I feel these feelings? Am I angry? Inspired? Sad?
Where should exigence show up in your essay?
In the intro. Try starting with context and exigence. Why are we here? What is this moment in time and how is it important for humanity?
In the concluding sentences of your body paragraph, perhaps.
In your conclusion. Don't end on a small note. End on an idea that captures the big picture.
Malala uses imagery to convey her message of peace.
Yep. It's simple, but it earns the point. When in doubt, play it safe. Name a choice, name a purpose.
Adams uses history to show that this has happened before.
Adams cites multiple examples from history in order to remind the reader of a clear pattern that they have learned and experienced before.