Antithesis and Parallelism in Rhetorical Analysis

What rhetorical device juxtaposes (contrasts) two opposing or contrasting ideas within a sentence, often using a parallel structure?

• metaphor

• parallelism

• antithesis

• anaphora

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How does using antithesis impact the audience? Select all that apply.

• By placing opposing ideas side by side, it makes differences more distinct. This can help the audience understand the situation or argument.

• The rhythmic and balanced structure makes the message more compelling and memorable.

• Highlighting contradictions or trade-offs can emphasize the speaker's point, which makes their argument more convincing.

• It disproves the speaker's thesis, which makes the audience more likely to ask questions.

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Which of the following sentences demonstrates the use of antithesis?

• "To err is human; to forgive, divine."

• "The sun rises in the east and sets in the west."

• "She sells seashells by the seashore."

• "A penny saved is a penny earned."

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Which of the following sentences best illustrates the concept of antithesis?

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

• "The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog."

• "An apple a day keeps the doctor away."

• "Actions speak louder than words."

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Which of the following sentences demonstrates the use of antithesis?

• "It was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness."

• "The cat sat on the mat."

• "A stitch in time saves nine."

• "Better late than never."

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Find examples of antithesis in this passage. Select all that apply.

A TikTok ban may seem like a step toward national security, but it is a leap away from personal freedom. While proponents argue it protects data privacy, critics highlight that banning an entire platform infringes on free expression and creativity. TikTok is not just a source of entertainment; it’s a global stage for art, education, and connection. To protect the many by silencing the few is not a solution—it’s a contradiction. Instead of a ban, stronger regulations can address concerns without stifling innovation. We must ask ourselves: do we want a safer digital world or a censored one?

• TikTok is not just a source of entertainment; it’s a global stage for art, education, and connection.

• "....is not a solution—it’s a contradiction."

• Instead of a ban, stronger regulations can address concerns without stifling innovation.

• A TikTok ban may seem like a step toward national security, but it is a leap away from personal freedom.

How does the use of antithesis contribute to the development of the central idea?

A TikTok ban may seem like a step toward national security, but it is a leap away from personal freedom. While proponents argue it protects data privacy, critics highlight that banning an entire platform infringes on free expression and creativity. TikTok is not just a source of entertainment; it’s a global stage for art, education, and connection. To protect the many by silencing the few is not a solution—it’s a contradiction. Instead of a ban, stronger regulations can address concerns without stifling innovation. We must ask ourselves: do we want a safer digital world or a censored one?

• It highlights the trade-offs and contradictions in banning TikTok

• It highlights similarities between opposing views to find common ground

• It outlines a detailed solution to the issue

• It introduces new evidence to strengthen the argument

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Which line from this passage includes an example of antithesis?

A four-day school week offers students and teachers more time for rest and personal activities, fostering a healthier work-life balance. With longer weekends, students can recharge, reducing stress and improving focus. Schools could also save on operational costs, freeing up more funds for essential resources. Critics argue that fewer school days reduces learning, but more rest and better focus enhances productivity. By prioritizing well-being and efficiency, a four-day week creates a better environment for both education and personal growth, benefiting everyone involved

• With longer weekends, students can recharge, reducing stress and improving focus.

• Schools could also save on operational costs, freeing up more funds for essential resources.

• Critics argue that fewer school days reduces learning, but more rest and better focus enhance productivity.

• By prioritizing well-being and efficiency, a four-day week creates a better environment for both education and personal growth, benefiting everyone involved

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Which rhetorical device refers to the repetition of a grammatical pattern within or across multiple sentences?

• meiosis (understatement)

• rhetorical question

• parallel structure (or "parallelism")

• allusion

Which of the following sentences uses parallelism properly?

• "He likes hiking, swimming, and biking."

• "He likes hiking, swimming, and to bike."
  

• "He enjoys to hike, swimming, and biking."

• "He enjoys hiking, swim, and biking."