AP Language & Composition Rhetorical Analysis

Techniques used in language to convey meaning or persuade an audience.

By examining the choice of words, punctuation, sentence structure, and emotional impact of the text.

Claim, evidence, and reasoning.

He's as strong as an ox.

Metaphor.

A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as.' Example: 'As brave as a lion.'

Attributing human characteristics to non-human entities. Example: 'The wind whispered through the trees.'

An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally. Example: 'I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.'

An appeal to credibility or character, establishing trust with the audience.

An appeal to emotion, aiming to evoke feelings in the audience.