Rhetorical Analysis

What, according to Aristotle, is the definition of rhetoric?

• Questions that are so intelligent that they need no answer

• Avoiding answering a question using another

• The faculty of observing in any given case the available means of persuasion.

• Being cool about everything.

What is purpose in rhetoric?

• The goal that the speaker/writer wants to achieve

• The effect of the reader's mindset on a piece

• A cultural goal defined by societal norms

• Survival

What are qualities of good rhetoric?

• Effective

• Flippant

• Eloquent

• Persuasive

• Detailed

What is the rhetorical element that utilizes trusted brands and public figures?

• Delta

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

What is the rhetorical element that uses emotional persuasion?

• Delta

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

What is the rhetorical element that uses logical persuasion?

• Delta

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

What is rhetoric?

• A mythical Greek hero that a form of writing is based on.

• Having the power of persuading; tending to influence or win over the mind or will.

• Setting forth, or set forth, as an instance; specifically, in logic, singular; relating to a single individual.

• A thoughtful, reflective activity leading to effective communication, including a rational exchange of opposing viewpoints.

In a rhetorical analysis essay task, what is the main goal of working the prompt before reading the passage?

• To unpack the writing prompt

• To internalize the question and all its parts

• So you will be more sensitive to applicable details while reading

• To practice active reading skills

Answer explanation

Internalizing the question is the same thing as working the prompt.

The thesis statement for a rhetorical analysis essay must contain all of these except

• The rhetorical choices

• Purpose of analyzing the elements

• Author and title of the passage

• The gist of the passage

All of these are requirements of an introduction to a rhetorical analysis essay except

• Title and author

• Author's intended effect on reader

• Analysis and references from the passage

• The specific choices, strategies, and devices