Rhetorical Devices

Front

What is the term for placing two ideas, places, or characters beside each other for contrasting effect?

Back

Juxtaposition

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

Front

What is an allusion?

Back

A reference to either a historical event or another text meant to make a connection between them.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Front

Define alliteration.

Back

The recurrence of initial consonant sounds.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is repetition in rhetoric?

Back

A repeated use of words or phrases for emphasis.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What does irony mean in rhetorical terms?

Back

A statement that expresses the opposite of the literal meaning of the words, often used for humorous or sarcastic effect.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

Front

What is the purpose of using rhetorical devices in writing?

Back

To enhance the effectiveness of communication and persuade the audience.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Front

What is the difference between simile and metaphor?

Back

A simile uses 'like' or 'as' to compare two unlike things, while a metaphor states that one thing is another.

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Front

What is hyperbole?

Back

An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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CCSS.L.11-12.5A

Front

What is personification?

Back

Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities or abstract concepts.

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CCSS.L.6.5A