Understanding Key Rhetorical Concepts

What does the verb "enforce" mean?

• To create a new law

• To ensure compliance with a law or rule

• To discuss a law

• To repeal a law

Which of the following best defines "ordinances"?

• Suggestions for community improvement

• Local laws or regulations

• International treaties

• Federal laws

What does the verb "exacerbate" mean?

• To improve a situation

• To make a situation worse

• To ignore a problem

• To solve a problem

What is "marginalization"?

• The process of including everyone equally

• The process of treating a person or group as insignificant

• The act of promoting diversity

• The act of centralizing power

What does "disproportionately" mean?

• Equally distributed

• In an equal manner

• In an unequal or unfair manner

• In a balanced way

Which of the following is an example of "logos" in rhetoric?

• An emotional appeal to the audience

• A logical argument supported by evidence

• A speaker's credibility

• A humorous anecdote

What is "pathos" in the context of rhetoric?

• An appeal to logic and reason

• An appeal to the audience's emotions

• An appeal to the speaker's credibility

• An appeal to tradition

What does "ethos" refer to in rhetoric?

• The emotional impact of a speech

• The logical structure of an argument

• The credibility or ethical character of the speaker

• The historical context of a speech

What is a "rhetorical situation"?

• A situation where rhetoric is not needed

• The context in which communication takes place

• A situation where only logic is used

• A situation that is purely emotional

Which of the following is NOT a component of the rhetorical situation?

• Audience

• Speaker

• Purpose

• Weather