Eng. 10 Lit. Terms - Set #4

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Charged Language

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Words or phrases that appeal to the emotions, often used to persuade or evoke strong feelings.

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Satire

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A literary work that ridicules the foolishness and faults of individuals, institutions, or society, often to provoke change.

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Parallelism

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A rhetorical device that involves the repetition of a grammatical structure in a series of phrases or sentences.

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Social Commentary

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When an author highlights, typically in a critical way, a certain aspect of society to provoke thought or discussion.

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Rhetorical Question

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A question asked for effect, not requiring an answer, often used to make a point.

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Concession

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An acknowledgment of a point made by an opponent in an argument, often used to strengthen one's own position.

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Paradox

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A statement that seems contradictory but may reveal a deeper truth.

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Analogy

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A comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification.

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Drama

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A genre of literature that involves the performance of a story through dialogue and action.

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Commercial

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A short, persuasive piece of writing or speech designed to promote a product or service.