Rhetorical Analysis Essay Strategies

The video tutorial explains how to approach a rhetorical analysis essay in a free response question. It emphasizes the importance of reading the prompt carefully, identifying rhetorical choices, and explaining how these choices help the author achieve their purpose. The tutorial also provides guidance on effective time management, suggesting specific time allocations for analyzing the prompt, reading the passage, and writing the essay within a 40-minute timeframe.

What is the main difference between the rhetorical analysis essay and the synthesis essay?

• Synthesis essay is shorter in length.

• Rhetorical analysis uses multiple sources.

• Synthesis essay requires a personal opinion.

• Rhetorical analysis focuses on one source.

What is the first step in approaching the rhetorical analysis question?

• Identify rhetorical devices.

• Summarize the passage.

• Write a draft essay.

• Read the passage carefully.

What is the purpose of reading the passage closely?

• To understand rhetorical choices.

• To find errors.

• To summarize it.

• To memorize it.

Why is it important to identify rhetorical choices in the passage?

• To impress the examiner.

• To find grammatical errors.

• To understand the author's purpose.

• To memorize the passage.

What is a common mistake students make in rhetorical analysis?

• Ignoring the author's purpose.

• Focusing on grammar.

• Using too many quotes.

• Writing too much.

What should students avoid when identifying rhetorical techniques?

• Using complex vocabulary.

• Explaining their significance.

• Identifying too many techniques.

• Ignoring the author's purpose.

What should students focus on beyond identifying rhetorical devices?

• The choices made by the author.

• The author's background.

• The audience's reaction.

• The length of the passage.

What is the key to doing well in the rhetorical analysis essay?

• Memorizing the passage.

• Using fancy words.

• Explaining rhetorical choices.

• Writing a long essay.

How much time should be spent analyzing the prompt?

• 3-5 minutes

• 1-2 minutes

• 10-15 minutes

• 5-10 minutes

What is the recommended time for reading the passage closely?

• 10-12 minutes

• 3-5 minutes

• 6-8 minutes

• 15-20 minutes