What is an allusion?
Rhetorical Appeals & Devices.Persitz

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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An allusion is a reference to either a historical event or another text meant to make a connection between them.
2.
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What does epistrophe mean?
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Epistrophe means the repetition of one or more words at the END of successive phrases or clauses.
3.
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What rhetorical appeal is demonstrated by emphasizing personal experience and references?
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Ethos is demonstrated by emphasizing personal experience and references.
4.
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How does Mr. Jones's track record contribute to his credibility?
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Mr. Jones's consistent delivery on time for the last year establishes his credibility, which is an example of Ethos.
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What is parallelism in writing?
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Parallelism is the repetition of the same sentence structure or pattern of words.
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What is the purpose of using rhetorical appeals in writing?
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The purpose of using rhetorical appeals is to persuade the audience by establishing credibility (ethos), appealing to emotions (pathos), or using logical arguments (logos).
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Define pathos in the context of rhetorical appeals.
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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal that seeks to evoke an emotional response from the audience.
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