RHETORICAL DEVICES
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8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Provide an example of amplification.
Back
An example of amplification is: 'Love, REAL LOVE, takes time.'
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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.'
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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.5.5
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?
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Rhetorical devices are used to persuade, inform, or entertain an audience by enhancing the effectiveness of the message.
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