Rhetorical Devices and Logical Fallacies

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What is a rhetorical question?

Back

A question asked in order to create a dramatic effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer.

Front

What is loaded language?

Back

Language that is designed to provoke an emotional response.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

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What is direct address in rhetoric?

Back

A rhetorical device where the speaker directly addresses the audience, often using 'you'.

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CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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What is a sweeping generalization?

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A statement that applies a general rule to a specific case without evidence.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Front

What is evidence in an argument?

Back

Specific facts, statistics, and examples used to support a claim.

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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What is a logical fallacy?

Back

An error in reasoning that renders an argument invalid.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What is hyperbole?

Back

An exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What are emotional appeals?

Back

Persuasive techniques that evoke an emotional response from the audience.

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

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What is the purpose of rhetorical devices?

Back

To enhance arguments and persuade the audience effectively.

Front

What is an example of a rhetorical question?

Back

"Isn't it time we did something about climate change?"

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8