What is the definition of tone?

The author's attitude or approach toward the subject matter of the work.

What is an example of Antithesis?

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times."

"We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds."

"He was a real Romeo with the ladies."

"The sun set, casting a warm glow over the city."

What is the definition of Figurative Language?

Language that uses figures of speech, such as metaphors, similes, personification, and hyperbole, to create imagery or express ideas in a non-literal way.

A phrase or clause that's inserted within—in parentheses or dashes—a sentence to add extra information.

A contrast between expectation and reality, often highlighting the opposite of what is expected or intended.

The use of components in a sentence that are grammatically the same, or similar in construction, sound, meaning, or meter.

Which of the following is an example of Irony?

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times."

"She likes cooking, jogging, and reading."

What is the definition of Irony?

A contrast between expectation and reality, often highlighting the opposite of what is expected or intended.

A reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art, used to make a comparison or create a deeper understanding.

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

A sentence that starts with an independent clause and is followed by additional details or modifiers.

What is an example of a Cumulative Sentence?

"The sun set, casting a warm glow over the city, turning the sky pink and orange, and signaling the end of a long day."

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times."

"We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds."

"He was a real Romeo with the ladies."

What is an example of an Allusion?

"He was a real Romeo with the ladies."

"The sun set, casting a warm glow over the city."

"We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds."

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times."

The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.

A sentence that adds extra information.

A sentence consisting of only one independent clause, with a subject and a predicate.

A sentence that begins with subordinate clauses or phrases and ends with the main clause.

What is the main characteristic of a simple sentence?

It contains one independent clause with a subject and a predicate.

It arranges words and phrases to create well-formed sentences.

It contains multiple independent clauses.

It begins with subordinate clauses or phrases.

Which of the following sentences demonstrates the use of syntax for emphasis?

"The car, which was red, sped down the street."

"Despite the heavy rain and strong winds, the game continued."

What is satire primarily used for?

To expose and criticize human vices

Which of the following is an example of satire?

A political cartoon mocking inefficiency

What is the main purpose of satire according to the text?

To provoke thought and bring about change

A rhetorical device that omits conjunctions

A rhetorical device that uses excessive conjunctions

What is an ad hominem argument?

An argument that attacks the person making the argument

An argument that uses excessive conjunctions

An argument that attacks the argument itself

An argument that uses deductive reasoning

If syllogisms are logical arguments, which of the following represents a syllogism?

All birds can fly. Penguins are birds. Therefore, penguins can fly.

I enjoy reading because books are interesting.

The sky is blue, and the grass is green.

All humans need oxygen. Maria is a human. Therefore, Maria needs oxygen.

What is the definition of a fallacy?

A logical error or flaw in reasoning that undermines the validity of an argument.

A persuasive technique that appeals to emotions rather than logic.

A rhetorical device that exaggerates or emphasizes a point for effect.

A factual statement that provides evidence to support a claim.

Which of the following examples best illustrates the concept of conceit?

"In the poem, the author uses several lines to compare a lover's eyes to a telescope, suggesting they reveal distant truths."

"Life is a journey with many paths."

"Love is like a battlefield, where hearts are won and lost."

"The sun smiled down on us as we danced in the rain."

Which of the following sentences contains an allusion?

"He was a real Romeo with the ladies."

"She has the patience of a saint."

What is an ad hominem argument?

Attacking the person making the argument rather than the argument itself.

Presenting only two options when more are available.

Repetition at the end of successive clauses.

Repeating a key term from the end of one sentence at the start of the next.

What is a paradox as highlighted by King in the text?

A statement that contradicts itself

A person who is unfairly blamed

A structural reversal in arguments

What is the purpose of a didactic text?

To guide the reader's thinking or behavior

How does an aesthetic description enhance a story?

By creating a lovely visual image

By providing factual information

By explaining scientific concepts

Understanding Rhetoric and Language

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What is an anecdote?

A short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person.

A debatable assertion or statement.

The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing.

Placing two contrasting elements close together.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

A doctor giving medical advice about a health issue.

A political speech using emotional appeals and rhetorical questions to sway voters.

A charity ad showing images of suffering animals.

A debate argument supported by data and logical reasoning.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Understanding Rhetoric and Language

What is an anecdote?

Which of the following is an example of a claim?

What does ethos appeal to?

Which of the following is an example of pathos?

What does logos appeal to?

What is juxtaposition?

Which of the following is an example of rhetoric?

What is the definition of tone?

Which of the following is an example of logos?

What does pathos appeal to?

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