Just Walk On By

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What is the purpose of the opening paragraph in Staples' essay?

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To mock the response of the woman being described.

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What is the primary rhetorical function of acknowledging a counterargument?

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To recognize and address opposing views in an argument.

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What does it mean to broaden a point beyond personal experience?

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To expand the discussion to include wider implications or examples beyond one's own life.

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How does citing examples from classical music help in defying stereotypes?

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It challenges assumptions about what black men are expected to know or appreciate.

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What is irony in literature?

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When words mean the opposite of what they say or when situations defy expectations.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech comparing two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is a paradox?

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A statement that seems contradictory but may reveal a deeper truth.

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What is an analogy?

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A comparison between two things to explain or clarify an idea.

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What is the significance of emotional responses in writing?

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They engage the reader and can influence their understanding and perspective.

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What role does personal experience play in persuasive writing?

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It adds credibility and relatability to the argument.