RHETORICAL DEVICES
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English
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is amplification in rhetorical devices?
Back
Amplification is a rhetorical device that emphasizes a point by adding or embellishing something just said, often using adjectives.
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CCSS.RL.2.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of amplification.
Back
An example of amplification is: 'Love, REAL LOVE, takes time.'
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an analogy in rhetorical devices?
Back
An analogy is a comparison between two things that are alike in some way, often used to explain a concept or idea.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5B
CCSS.L.8.5B
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of an analogy.
Back
An example of an analogy is: 'If BRAINS WERE GOLD, you'd be poorer than Weasley.'
Tags
CCSS.L.6.5B
CCSS.L.8.5B
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a simile?
Back
A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of a simile.
Back
An example of a simile is: 'A child's mind is a hungry puppy; feed it well.'
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CCSS.L.4.5A
CCSS.L.5.5A
CCSS.RL.5.4
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of using rhetorical devices in writing?
Back
Rhetorical devices are used to persuade, inform, or entertain an audience by enhancing the effectiveness of the message.
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