Patrick Henry Rhetorical Device Quiz

What is an example of Ethos from the text?

• "It is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of hope."

• "Words like 'treason,' 'slavery,' and 'liberty.'"

• "No man thinks more highly than I do of the patriotism, as well as abilities, of the very worthy gentlemen who have just addressed the House."

• "Give me liberty or give me death!"

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which rhetorical device is used to appeal to the audience's emotions?

• Syntax

• Diction

• Pathos

• Logos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which example from the text represents Pathos?

• "It is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of hope."

• "Words like 'treason,' 'slavery,' and 'liberty.'"

• "No man thinks more highly than I do of the patriotism, as well as abilities, of the very worthy gentlemen who have just addressed the House."

• "Give me liberty or give me death!"

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which rhetorical device is exemplified by the phrase "This is no time for ceremony. The question before the House is one of awful moment to this country."?

• Syntax

• Diction

• Ethos

• Kairos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which rhetorical device is used to establish the speaker's credibility or character?

• Syntax

• Diction

• Ethos

• Pathos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the definition of Pathos?

• An appeal to the speaker's credibility or character.

• An appeal to the audience's emotions.

• The opportune moment for making an argument.

• The arrangement of words and phrases to create sentences.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which rhetorical device is used to evoke strong emotions and emphasize the seriousness of the situation?

• Syntax

• Diction

• Ethos

• Kairos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the definition of Juxtaposition?

• Placing two contrasting ideas close together for effect.

• The repetition of initial consonant sounds in nearby words.

• The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses.

• A brief reference to a well-known person, place, or event.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which rhetorical device is exemplified by the phrase "Freedom or slavery"?

• Juxtaposition

• Alliteration

• Anaphora

• Epistrophe

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

What effect does the contrast between freedom and slavery have in the context of Juxtaposition?

• It highlights the stakes of the situation.

• It creates rhythm and draws attention to the phrase.

• It emphasizes the various actions taken by the colonists.

• It emphasizes the call to action.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5