Author's Purpose Practice

Author's Purpose Practice

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English

10th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the author's purpose?

Back

The author's purpose is the reason why an author writes a text, which can include to inform, persuade, entertain, or express feelings.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an allusion?

Back

An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art, used to make a comparison or to provide context.

3.

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Front

What is a call to action?

Back

A call to action is a statement designed to encourage an audience to take a specific action, often used in persuasive writing.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is repetition in rhetoric?

Back

Repetition is a rhetorical device that involves repeating words or phrases to emphasize a point and make it more memorable.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the art of persuasion?

Back

The art of persuasion is the skill of convincing others to accept a particular point of view or to take a specific action.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a rhetorical question?

Back

A rhetorical question is a question asked for effect or to make a point rather than to elicit an answer.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is juxtaposition?

Back

Juxtaposition is a literary technique in which two or more ideas, characters, or places are placed side by side for comparison or contrast.

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