Rhetorical Devices and Logical Fallacies Flashcard

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What is a direct address?

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A direct address is when an author or speaker uses 'you' or the names of people in the audience to speak directly to them.

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What is a rhetorical question?

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A rhetorical question is a question that the author or speaker asks their reader or audience in order to emphasize a point or to have an effect.

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What does a rhetorical question require?

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A rhetorical question does not require an answer.

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What is an example of direct address?

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An example of direct address is: 'And so, my fellow Americans: ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country.'

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What is juxtaposition?

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Juxtaposition is when an author places two opposite things or ideas near each other to highlight their differences.

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What is an example of juxtaposition?

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An example of juxtaposition is: 'The sound of silence was deafening.'

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What is the purpose of a rhetorical question?

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The purpose of a rhetorical question is to provoke thought or emphasize a point without expecting an answer.

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What is the effect of using direct address in writing?

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Using direct address engages the audience and makes them feel involved in the conversation.

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What is the difference between a rhetorical question and a regular question?

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A rhetorical question is asked for effect and does not require an answer, while a regular question seeks information.

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Can you give an example of a rhetorical question?

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An example of a rhetorical question is: 'Isn't it time we did something about this problem?'