Rhetorical Devices

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What is the rhetorical device that involves the repetition of the same initial consonant sound in a series of words?

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Alliteration

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What is the term for an indirect reference to a person, event, or figure, often from history or literature?

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Allusion

Front

Which rhetorical device refers to the art of persuasion through effective word choice?

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Rhetorical

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What is the term for a specific example used to illustrate a point or argument in writing?

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Exemplum

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What rhetorical device is defined as a comparison between two different things that share some similarities?

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Analogy

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What is the effect of using alliteration in writing or speech?

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It creates rhythm and can enhance the memorability of phrases.

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How does an allusion enhance a text?

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It adds depth and context by connecting the text to broader cultural or historical references.

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What is the primary purpose of using rhetorical devices in writing?

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To persuade, inform, or entertain the audience more effectively.

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Can you give an example of alliteration?

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Sure! 'She sells sea shells by the sea shore' is a classic example.

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What is the difference between an analogy and a metaphor?

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An analogy explains a concept by comparing it to something else, while a metaphor directly states that one thing is another.