Kōrero āhuatanga reo

A question asked in order to create a dramatic effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer.

• Rhetorical question

• Hypophora

• Rule of three

• Anecdote

A short and interesting story, or an amusing event, which supports or demonstrates some point, and to make a connection with the audience.

• Rhetorical question

• Hypophora

• Rule of three

• Anecdote

When the writer raises a question, and then immediately provides an answer to that question.

• Rhetorical question

• Hypophora

• Rule of three

• Anecdote

When three related words or points are presented in quick succession.

• Rhetorical question

• Hypophora

• Rule of three

• Anecdote

A verb that expresses necessity, ability, permission, or possibility.

• Modal verbs

• Direct address

• Alliteration

• Emotive language

Certain word choices that are made to evoke an emotional response.

• Modal verbs

• Direct address

• Alliteration

• Emotive language

When a number of words, having the same first consonant sound, occur close together in a series.

• Modal verbs

• Direct address

• Alliteration

• Emotive language

Where the speaker or writer communicates a message directly to another individual or group of individuals.

• Modal verbs

• Direct address

• Alliteration

• Emotive language

Makes a comparison between two things that aren't alike but do have something in common using “is”, “was”, or “are”.

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Anaphora

Makes a comparison, showing similarities between two different things. using “like” or “as.”

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Anaphora