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Rhetoric Quiz 123 (60 MCQs)

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1. The thesis or assertion about the topic is called the
2. A brief recounting of a relevant episode. Often inserted into fictional or non-fictional texts as a way of developing a point or injecting humor.
3. What is the author or speaker's attitude toward the subject?
4. Two words that are used together but have opposite meanings
5. The same word is repeated in immediate succession
6. What is this an example of:"As a doctor, I am qualified to tell you that this course of treatment will likely generate the best results."
7. "Loaded Language" is rhetoric used to influence an audience by using words and phrases with strong connotations.
8. What is the antecedent? Nobody was able to complete his or her test.
9. This acronym is used to closely analyze nonfiction mediums.
10. "Together we can a make the world a better place for everyone" What is the tone?
11. Logical Fallacy:Person 1:Bicycle infrastructure should be expanded because cycling is a sustainable mode of transportation. Person 2:We should not build bike lanes because cyclists run red lights and endanger pedestrians.
12. What is speaker?
13. Writing that records the conversation that occurs inside a character's head.
14. Argument based on the creditability of the speaker.
15. An implied or indirect reference to a person, event, or thing or to a part of another text
16. Appealing to popularity or the fact that many people do something in order to establish the validity of an argument
17. In SOAPSTone, the P is representative of the reason behind the piece.
18. "The veterinarian says that an Australian shepherd will be the perfect match for our active lifestyle."
19. Michael Jordan is better than LeBron James because Jordan won six championships, and James has only won two.
20. Classical rhetoricians use this 5-part argument structure.
21. Love is like war:easy to begin but very hard to stop. (H.L. Mencken)
22. What is the goal of stasis?
23. Identify the best example of pathos (emotional reasoning) in the options below.
24. Method of persuasion that appeals to LOGIC and REASON.
25. A stylistic device in which a single word governs or modifies two or more other words in different ways. "I lost my coat and my temper."
26. An exaggerated imitation of serious work for humorous purposes.
27. A personal story someone tells (usually to prove a point) is called .....
28. What are Cicero's five canons of rhetoric?
29. "I'm not just advocating for this policy as a politician; I'm a parent who deeply cares about the future of our children's education." Which rhetoric is used?
30. President Reagan used a ..... when said the astronauts "slipped the surly bonds of earth" to "touch the face of God."
31. Luis was adamant and insisted, "But Mom said she was preparing dinner tonight!" The word that best defines adamant is-
32. When did this happen he discover the tenets?
33. Who defined rhetoric and is well known for his practice of it?
34. She wanted the lightness back, the confidence, the strength.
35. Writing, "I'm done. I'm done. I'M DONE!" consecutively is an example of .....
36. Jumbo shrimp is an example of which rhetorical device?
37. Which appeal is audience focused?
38. Which rhetorical device is used? There must be strict supervision, there must be an end to speculation, there must be provision for adequate currency.
39. The everyperson, the celebrity, and the expert are all types of .....
40. Dunkin Doughnuts, Coca-Cola and Bed Bath and Beyond are examples of which rhetorical device?
41. Which of the following genres typically call for formal language rather than informal language?
42. Arguments that rely solely on ..... are often considered inferior
43. This is a conclusion based on the premise that if A happens, then eventually through a series of small steps-B, C, ....., X, Y ..... Z will happen, too. This basically equates A and Z. So, if we don't want Z to occur, A must not be allowed to occur either.
44. "Jordan 4 Retro, buy it now."
45. A situation that shows the contrast between what is expected and what is reality.
46. Dave Checketts was president and general manager of the NBA's Utah Jazz from 1984 to 1990. He has also been president of the Madison Square Garden Corporation, president of the New York Knicks, and vice president for development at the NBA. Around ten years ago, he lost his cell phone. Just last month, a man bought an old cell phone in a thrift store in Provo, Utah, for 50 cents. When he charged the phone up, he was surprised to find contact information for the biggest stars in basketball and sports broadcasting, and even hockey star Wayne Gretzky! There were also saved email messages to the mayor of Salt Lake City and the governor of Utah. The buyer, who wishes to remain anonymous, did not call any of the stars listed in the phone, and planned to return it to Checketts.
47. The following is an example of what Rhetorical Device? Are we a nation that tolerates the hypocrisy of a system where workers who pick our fruit and make our beds never have a chance to get right with the law? Are we a nation that accepts the cruelty of ripping children from their parents' arms? Or are we a nation that values families, and works to keep them together?" -Barack Obama
48. What rhetorical device is used in this sentence?"to be able to jump, to be able to crawl, to be able to walk is a blessing"
49. Peter won the scholarship to his dream school ....., he was able to attend for free.
50. The following is an example of what type of rhetorical device?"But in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate, we cannot consecrate, we cannot hallow this ground."
51. "Students should be allowed to decorate their parking spots as a type of creative expression."Which of the following is a counterargument to this claim?
52. Decide what STRUCTURE OF THE SENTENCE is used in the given below.When we won the debate championship last year, our group danced for joy, and our classmates and teachers hooted.
53. The repetition of beginning consonant sounds in several consecutive or neighboring words.
54. When a speaker tells a short story related to their topic or argument, they are using a(n)
55. Please donate to my cousin. She is going through her third round of chemotherapy and the medical bills are piling up.
56. A language designed to have a fancy effect on people
57. What is the purpose of the confirmation section in an argumentative essay?
58. ..... is a special kind of contrast between appearance and reality-usually one in which reality is the opposite of what it seems.
59. "Isn't English the best class?" Is an example of what rhetorical device?
60. Gave up, as a penalty
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