Rhetorical Devices
Define repetition.
The repeating of words or phrases.
Define an allusion...
reference
Define the three basic purposes of an author:
Entertain
Persuade
Explain
Name a synonym for the word "bleak."
harsh, bare...
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Explain the similarities between parallelism and repetition.
Both focus on repeating parts.
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Why would someone use a rhetorical question?
To be sarcastic
To prove a point
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How do you determine the author's audience?
Look for clues in the first two paragraphs. Answers will vary...
Name a synonym for the word "languish."
Decline
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What is the difference between ethos and pathos?
Pathos= emotion
Ethos= credibility
Identify the persuasive appeal:
“Philadelphia just closed 23 of its schools at the same time it builds a $400 million state of the art prison’’?
Logos (Logical appeal)
What was the purpose of Harvey Milk's speech?
To provide hope for those that are disenfranchised.
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Define the following word using context clues:
His presence is indicative of his willingness to help.
Serving to indicate something.
Choose the rhetorical device used in the following phrases (it is not a simile):
"trafficked like slaves"
"to buy a gun and put it to their head"
a. loaded words
b. parallelism
A. Loaded words
What is the main idea:
Now, what is the difference between the two? How does one determine when a law is just or unjust? A just law is man-made and follows the law of God. An unjust law goes against natural law. Any law that uplifts is just. Any law that degrades is unjust.
Comparing and contrasting unjust / just laws.
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What is the author's tone based on the following line:
"And for those that doubt our energy, and our resolve, and our discipline, we’re ready."
Determined
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Use "emanating" in a sentence.
She was emanating happiness when she won the lottery.
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1. Define rhetoric. 2. Provide an example of when it is used.
The art of persuasion. Example: Speech
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What rhetorical device is used in the following sentence AND what is its purpose:
"And we’ve come here from every crack, crease, and crevice of our country to our Capital to say that, for all those whose cares have been our concern, we’re ready.”
Alliteration creates a distinct, memorable sound
What is the author's opinion based on the following line:
"May the outcome always prosper over income. Peace over profit. Revolution over revenue and all peace and power to the people."
The author believes that a united people are powerful and will win.
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What does "tension" mean in the following sentence:
There is a type of constructive nonviolent tension that is necessary for growth.
to pressure....