WorksheetsEnglish 9 Rhetoric Practice
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 26mins
What tone word best describes this passage?
"A vaccine is a preparation of killed or weakened germs that is injected under the skin and causes the blood to produce antibodies against a disease. Effective vaccines have been developed for small pox, rabies, and polio."
Playful
Ominous
Objective
Questioning
What is the author's purpose in this passage?:
"A vaccine is a preparation of killed or weakened germs that is injected under the skin and causes the blood to produce antibodies against a disease. Effective vaccines have been developed for small pox, rabies, and polio."
Inform
Persuade
Entertain
Criticize
What is satire?
The use of irony, sarcasm, or ridicule to expose immoral conduct or foolishness.
The use of facts and statistics to expose the truth of a situation.
The way an author is biased, or one-sided about a situation.
What is the tone of this sentence?:
As Eleanor pinched her granddaughter's cheeks, she fondly cooed, "you're the most perfect girl in the world."
Hilarious
Adoring
Confused
Courageous
Why is tone helpful for identifying an author's purpose? (Pick the best answer)
It emphasizes how the author feels about what they are writing about.
It shows readers the reasons they should agree with an author.
It directly shows the theme of a text.
What is the purpose of this passage? (What is the author trying to do?)
Spiderman is the best superhero. He gets his powers organically, which makes him much cooler than other heroes, like Batman. Everybody is going to see the new movie on Wednesday, so you should too.
Entertain
Inform
Criticize
Persuade
What is a connotation?
The literal definition of a word.
An idea or feeling that a word invokes.
What is the tone of this passage?
"Each year in the middle of February, when slush is underfoot and the sky is a depressing gray, I begin dreaming of warm beaches, tropical fruits and sunsets. If only I could save enough for a winter vacation! Maybe next year I’ll win the lottery. Meanwhile, I’ll read travel brochures and sigh."
Unsure
Longing
Joyous
Which tone word best fits these lyrics?
Confident
Angry
Melancholy
Cold
Which tone word best fits this passage?
Celebratory
Angry
Impartial
Grim
What does using Lebron James in this advertisement appeal to?
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Which appeal refers to the trustworthiness of the author or speaker?
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
What is the author's purpose in this passage?:
"The new smartphone model boasts a sleek design, improved battery life, and cutting-edge features that make it a must-have for tech enthusiasts."
Inform
Persuade
Entertain
Criticize
Which appeal is being used in this advertisement?
"Join millions of satisfied customers who have switched to our eco-friendly products and made a positive impact on the environment."
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Imagine you are reading a book about the experiences of a high school student. Which of the following would establish ethos?
The author being a football coach
The author being a high school student
The author being a parent of a teenager
What is denotation?
The literal meaning of a word
The feeling or ideas a word invokes
What is this picture of representation of?
Satire
Comedy
Persuasion
What tone word best describes this passage?
"The city skyline was a breathtaking sight, with the sun setting behind the skyscrapers, casting a golden hue over the bustling streets below."
Melancholic
Serene
Chaotic
Ominous
What is the primary purpose of using pathos in a speech?
To establish credibility with the audience.
To evoke emotions and feelings in the audience.
To present logical arguments and evidence.
Which tone word best describes this passage?
"The abandoned house stood silent, its windows shattered and its walls covered in creeping ivy, whispering tales of a forgotten past."
Joyful
Haunting
Optimistic
Indifferent
