McD Rhetorical Vocabulary AP LIt

An Appeal that relies on trusted or professional advice

• logos

• ethos

• pathos

• diction

Word Choice

• syntax

• ethos

• rhetorical device

• diction

An appeal to reason and facts

• ethos

• pathos

• logos

• togos

An appeal to emotions

• bogos

• pathos

• logos

• ethos

Using language effectively to argue or persuade

• syntax

• diction

• rhetoric

• hyperbole

A method used in writing or speaking in which language is used to influence or persuade an audience.

• rhetorical device

• syntax

• diction

• alliteration

concession

• expression of concern for the the feelings of those who may disagree with the writer's position

• a tasty place to purchase mid-game snacks

• repetition of initial consonant sounds

• a comparison of two unrelated objects

refutation

• a collection of garbage

• asserting that an opponent's arguments are wrong and arguing against them

• a questions asked for effect

• words that make your argument more effective

counterargument

• combination of concession AND refutation

• exaggeration for effect

• comparison using like or as

• figure of speech characterized by strongly contrasting words

Define CLAIM

• A position to be argued

• The art of speaking effectively

• A shellfish from the bay area

• A short story that engages the reader