Rhetorical Devices in Steve Jobs' Speech

Rhetorical Devices in Steve Jobs' Speech

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9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Richard Gonzalez

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Steve Jobs delivers a commencement speech at Stanford University, sharing three personal stories to inspire graduates. He discusses connecting life events, overcoming challenges, and the importance of following one's passion. Jobs uses rhetorical devices like ethos, pathos, and logos to engage the audience, emphasizing perseverance and living life to the fullest. His key message is to 'stay hungry, stay foolish,' encouraging graduates to embrace curiosity and resilience.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main purpose of Steve Jobs' speech at Stanford?

To inspire graduates with his life stories

To announce a new product

To discuss Apple's financial success

To criticize the education system

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first story Steve Jobs shares in his speech?

His battle with cancer

The founding of Apple

Connecting the dots

His experience at Pixar

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Steve Jobs decide to drop out of college?

He was expelled

He ran out of money

He wanted to start a business

He couldn't see the value in it

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which rhetorical appeal does Steve Jobs use by sharing his personal experiences?

Kairos

Ethos

Pathos

Logos

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What rhetorical device does Jobs use when he repeats 'don't' in his speech?

Alliteration

Metaphor

Irony

Repetition

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main message of Jobs' third story about death?

To avoid thinking about death

To plan for the future

To fear death

To live every day as if it's your last

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What phrase does Steve Jobs repeat to emphasize his message?

Think different

Stay hungry, stay foolish

Just do it

Never give up