Rhetoric Review

What is the purpose of the hook in an argumentative piece?

• To provide evidence supporting the main claim

• To immediately state the argument’s thesis

• To grab the reader’s attention with an engaging anecdote, definition, or quotation

• To summarize the article’s conclusion

What is a claim in an argument?

• A question posed to the reader

• The main argument the author is trying to prove

• A personal opinion that lacks evidence

• A piece of evidence supporting the argument

Which of the following is NOT an example of evidence in an argument?

• A personal anecdote

• A rhetorical question

• A statistic from a reliable source

• A direct quote from an expert

Why is a concession important in an argument?

• It weakens the author’s argument

• It acknowledges opposing viewpoints to strengthen credibility

• It provides statistical evidence

• It introduces the claim

What is a call to action?

• A dramatic statement at the beginning of an article

• A conclusion that asks the reader to do something or think differently

• A summary of the argument’s main points

• A counterargument against the author’s claim

Which rhetorical appeal is based on logic and reasoning?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

• Syntax

An author using emotional stories to persuade the audience is using which appeal?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

• Diction

A writer referencing their own expertise or citing professionals is using which rhetorical appeal?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Syntax

Which of the following statements is an example of logos?

• "As a doctor, I recommend this treatment."

• "Studies show that 80% of students perform better with structured learning."

• "Imagine a world where no child goes hungry."

• "Our ancestors fought for this right, and we must honor them."

Which of the following is an example of ethos?

• Experts in psychology confirm this method works.

• If we don’t act now, future generations will suffer.

• Think of the millions of children who go without food each night.

• The statistics clearly show a pattern of increased success.