Exploring Rhetorical Terms Quiz

What is the term for the literal or primary meaning of a word, in contrast to the feelings or ideas that the word suggests?

• Diacope

• Denotation

• Diction

• Euphemism

Which rhetorical term refers to the repetition of a word or phrase with one or two intervening words?

• Expletive

• Enumeratio

• Diacope

• Hyperbole

What term describes the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing?

• Diction

• Didactic

• Genre

• Homily

Which term is used to describe a type of writing that is intended to instruct or educate?

• Exposition

• Didactic

• Imagery

• Figurative Language

Which term refers to a word or phrase that is inserted into a sentence to fill a vacancy without adding to the sense?

• Expletive

• Euphemism

• Hypophora

• Imagery

What is the term for a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt?

• Hyperbole

• Euphemism

• Exposition

• Extended Metaphor

Which term refers to the introduction of background information within a story or narrative?

• Exposition

• Genre

• Homily

• Imagery

What is the term for a metaphor that is developed over several lines or throughout an entire work?

• Figurative Language

• Conceit

• Figure of Speech

• Hyperbole

Which term encompasses the use of words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation?

• Figurative Language

• Genre

• Homily

• Imagery

Which term refers to a category of artistic composition, as in music or literature, characterized by similarities in form, style, or subject matter?

• Genre

• Exposition

• Didactic

• Hyperbole