A House Divided Speech Quiz

What rhetorical appeals does Abraham Lincoln use in the 'A House Divided' speech?

• Logos, Pathos, Ethos

• Love, Hate, Indifference

• Comedy, Tragedy, Drama

• Fear, Surprise, Disgust

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

How is the text structured in the 'A House Divided' speech?

• The speaker uses various text structures to achieve different things

• In a haphazard and messy manner

• In a random and unstructured manner

• In a chaotic and disorderly way to confuse his audience into believing his final statement

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Identify an example of figurative language used in the 'A House Divided' speech.

• a divided house is a happy home

• a house united is a strong foundation

• a house standing alone is a sign of strength

• a house divided against itself cannot stand

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the author's purpose in delivering the 'A House Divided' speech?

• To discuss the importance of education in society

• To advocate for the expansion of the railroad system

• To promote peace and unity among the states

• To address the issue of slavery and rally support for his political campaign

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Explain how ethos is employed in the 'A House Divided' speech.

• Lincoln uses humor to persuade the audience.

• Lincoln uses his reputation and credibility as a leader to persuade the audience.

• Lincoln uses logical reasoning to persuade the audience.

• Lincoln uses emotional appeal to persuade the audience.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What role does pathos play in the 'A House Divided' speech?

• Creating a sense of fear and anxiety

• Using logical reasoning and evidence

• Encouraging laughter and amusement

• Evoking emotions and empathy

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Describe the use of metaphor in the 'A House Divided' speech.

• The metaphor in the speech referred to the division between the rich and the poor.

• Abraham Lincoln used the metaphor of a house divided to represent the division between the North and South over the issue of slavery.

• Abraham Lincoln used the metaphor of a divided garden to represent the division between the North and South.

• The speech used the metaphor of a divided army to symbolize the conflict between different military factions.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the author's use of repetition contribute to the overall message of the 'A House Divided' speech?

• It distracts from the main point and weakens the overall speech.

• It confuses the audience and makes the message unclear.

• It makes the message less important and diminishes its impact.

• It emphasizes the importance of the message and creates a sense of urgency and emphasis.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

In what ways does the author appeal to the audience's sense of logic in the 'A House Divided' speech?

• The author uses humor and sarcasm to make their point

• The author uses emotional appeals to persuade the audience

• The author relies on personal anecdotes and experiences

• The author presents logical arguments and reasoning

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What effect does the author aim to achieve through the use of rhetorical devices in the 'A House Divided' speech?

• Emphasis, persuasion, and emotional impact

• Humor, sarcasm, and indifference

• Clarity, understanding, and agreement

• Entertainment, confusion, and boredom

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3