English 1 Midterm Review A Analyzing Rhetoric & Central Ideas

English 1 Midterm Review A Analyzing Rhetoric & Central Ideas

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English

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is Rhetoric?

Back

Rhetoric is the art of persuasive speaking or writing, often using figures of speech and other compositional techniques.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define Central Idea.

Back

The central idea is the main point or message that an author wants to convey in a text.

3.

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Front

What is Tone in literature?

Back

Tone refers to the author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through word choice and style.

4.

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Front

What is Parallelism?

Back

Parallelism is a rhetorical device that involves using the same grammatical structure in a series of phrases or sentences to create rhythm and emphasize ideas.

5.

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What is the purpose of a Contrast in literature?

Back

Contrast is used to highlight differences between two or more elements, enhancing understanding of their characteristics.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean to Analyze a text?

Back

To analyze a text means to examine its components, such as structure, language, and meaning, to understand how they contribute to the overall message.

7.

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What is the significance of a Passage in literature?

Back

A passage is a specific section of a text that can be analyzed for its themes, tone, and rhetorical devices.

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