SAT Rhetorical

Which Question Is Rhetorical ?

• "Why not visit our beloved aunt?"

• "Can I come over after school?"

• "Would you like something to drink?"

• "May I use the Restroom?"

Is A Rhetorical Question meant to be Answered ?

• Yes

• No

Rhetorical questions are used to:

• emphasize a point

• make readers reflect

• Both of the answers are correct

Read the question.

Answer TRUE if it is Rhetorical.

Answer FALSE if it is not Rhetorical.

Question: Why Bother?

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following is a good place for a Rhetorical Question?

• Introductions

• Speeches

• Transitions in an argument

• All the above

Which Question is Rhetorical?

• Is this supposed to be some kind of a joke?

• Do you want to be a big failure for the rest of your life?

• Do you want me to punch you in the face?

• All the above

How many rhetorical questions are their?

"How old are you?"

"What school do you attend?"

"What are you doing?"

"How many siblings do you have?"

• 3

• 0

• 2

• 1

What is the definition of rhetorical questions?

• a question asked in order to create a dramatic effect or incite problem solving

• a question asked in order to create a dramatic effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer

• a question asked in order to create a calming effect or to ask for a logical answer

• a statement made in order to create a dramatic effect or to make a point