Rhetorical Terms

Rhetorical Terms

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English

11th - 12th Grade

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1.

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What is hyperbole?

Back

Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement or claim that is not meant to be taken literally, often used for emphasis or effect.

2.

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What is imagery?

Back

Imagery refers to descriptive language that creates vivid mental pictures, appealing to the senses and enhancing the reader's experience.

3.

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What is an aphorism?

Back

An aphorism is a concise statement that expresses a general truth or principle, often in a witty or memorable way.

4.

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What is parallel structure?

Back

Parallel structure is the repetition of a chosen grammatical form within a sentence, creating balance and clarity.

5.

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What is euphemism?

Back

Euphemism is a mild or indirect word or expression used to replace one that may be considered harsh or blunt.

6.

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What is personification?

Back

Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

7.

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What is simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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