Rhetorical Devices and helpful vocabulary

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Irony

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A statement or situation that contrasts with what is expected or known.

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Parallelism

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The use of similar grammatical structure in a series for rhythm and balance.

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Contrast

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A method to compare, show the difference, or emphasize meaning by providing the opposite.

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extremist

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a person whose opinions, especially about religion or politics, are extreme, and who may do things that are violent or illegal for what they believe

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strategic

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carefully designed or planned to serve a particular purpose or advantage

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compulsory

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required by law or a rule; obligatory

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deprivation

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the lack or denial of something considered to be a necessity

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tolerant

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willing to accept the beliefs, feelings, habits, or behaviors of another group, culture, etc. as legitimate

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poverty

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a state or condition in which a person or community lacks the financial resources and other essentials for a minimum standard of living

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injustice

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violation of what is considered right