Rhetorical Devices
A specific language technique used by speakers or writers to persuade, influence, or evoke a particular response from an audience, making communication more impactful, memorable, and compelling.
What is rhetorical device?
A flaw in reasoning that makes an argument invalid, even if it sounds convincing.
What is a logical fallacy?
A logical fallacy where a broad, general rule is incorrectly applied to a specific case, ignoring exceptions or individual differences.
What is sweeping generalization?
Do you think money grows on trees?
What is an example of rhetorical question?
Negative: Slashing, exploitation, demonization
Positive/Neutral: Reducing, taking advantage of, criticizing
What are examples of loaded language?
Explains or clarifies an unfamiliar idea by comparing it to a more familiar one.
What is an analogy?
Friends, lend me your ears.
What is an example of direct address?
All kids are addicted to social media.
What is an example of sweeping generalization?
A logical fallacy in which the premise of an argument assumes the conclusion to be true
What is circular reasoning?
That's as useful as rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic
What is an example of analogy?
"America's favorite"
What is an example of bandwagon appeal?
Places two contrasting elements (ideas, characters, objects, images) side-by-side to highlight their differences, create meaning, add depth, or reveal surprising similarities
What is juxtaposition?
“Ask not what your country can do for you. Ask what you can do for your country” -John F. Kennedy
What is an example of juxtaposition?
He is honest because he always tells the truth, and we know he tells the truth because he is honest.
What is an example of circular reasoning?
A persuasive tactic that urges people to do or believe something because "everyone else is doing it," playing on the desire to fit in, be popular, or avoid being left out
What is bandwagon appeal?