Rhetoric Flashcard

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What is the art of effective speaking and writing known as?

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Rhetoric

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Who is the person delivering the message in a rhetorical context?

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Speaker

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What does 'Logos' refer to in rhetorical appeals?

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Logical appeal

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Which rhetorical device involves placing contrasting ideas next to each other?

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Antithesis

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What is the purpose of using parallel structure in writing?

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To create rhythm and predictability

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What is the purpose of using anaphora in writing?

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To create rhythm and emphasize an idea

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What does the term "shift" refer to in literary analysis?

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A sudden change in perspective or focus

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Which of the following is an example of irony?

• The fire station burned down.
• He was quiet as a mouse.
• Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day.
• Is water wet?

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The fire station burned down.

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What is diction in writing?

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The choice of words to convey a particular meaning

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Which of the following is an example of a simile?

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He was quiet as a mouse.