Rhetorical Devices
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11th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a rhetorical device?
Back
A rhetorical device is a technique used by speakers and writers to persuade, inform, or entertain an audience.
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CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define repetition in rhetoric.
Back
Repetition is a rhetorical device that involves repeating words or phrases to emphasize a point or idea.
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CCSS.RL.2.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is parallelism?
Back
Parallelism is a rhetorical device that uses rhythmic grammatical constructions that are related to create balance and clarity.
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CCSS.L.4.5
CCSS.L.5.5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is hyperbole?
Back
Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does ethos refer to in rhetoric?
Back
Ethos refers to the credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker or writer, establishing trust with the audience.
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CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is logos in rhetorical terms?
Back
Logos is the appeal to logic and reason, using facts, statistics, and logical arguments to persuade an audience.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define pathos in rhetoric.
Back
Pathos is the emotional appeal used to persuade an audience by evoking feelings such as pity, fear, or joy.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
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