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Rhetoric Quiz 35 (60 MCQs)

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1. Parallelism uses
2. Figure of balance in which two contrasting ideas are intentionally juxtaposed, usually through parallel structure; a contrasting of opposing ideas in adjacent phrases, clauses, or sentences. Creates a definite and systematic relationship between ideas. Ex. "He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain that which he cannot lose" -Jim Elliot "
3. This type of rhetoric appeals to character and credibility of the individual through the use of "expert" or celebrities.
4. A brief reference to a famous person or event-often from literature, history, Greek mythology, or the bible .....
5. Fourscore and seven years ago our fathers brought forth, on this continent, a new nation, conceived in liberty, and dedicated to the proposition that all men are created equal.
6. Identify the rhetorical device used in Lincoln's words: "But in a larger sense, we can not dedicate ..... we can not consecrate ..... we can not hallow ..... this ground."
7. What is the meaning of rhetoric?
8. The author's attitude or approach towards a piece of writing
9. The repetition of initial consonant sounds in order to emphasize certain words and make them more memorable.
10. "We shall not flag or fail. We shall go on to the end. We shall fight n France. We shall fight on the seas and oceans."This is an example of .....
11. What can students do by understanding and recognizing parallelism?
12. In the communication process, the medium or method used to communicate is called:
13. "I deserve to have a later curfew, so you should let me stay out until 10pm!"
14. Appealing to the audience's emotion:
15. Repetition of the same word or phrase at the end of successive clauses.
16. The device of using character and/or story elements symbolically to represent an abstraction in addition to the literal meaning. In some cases, an author may intend the characters to personify an abstraction like hope or freedom. The meaning usually deals with moral truth or a generalization about human existence. Ex. "Animal Farm" George Orwell
17. By repeating letters, words and phrases the author can reinforce an argument and ensure that the point of view being made stays in the audience's mind
18. " ..... exile in his own land." This is an example of which rhetorical device?
19. The young married couple thought their life was perfect; to them, it was life in the Garden of Eden.
20. In Bradstreet's poem, she references the Bible, which is a form of .....
21. Which rhetorical choice describes the word choices an author makes.
22. The author presents or describes concept, animals, or inanimate objects
23. Fallacies are an important part of a strong argument
24. The philosopher who identified the 3 persuasive strategies was from .....
25. "There is no price that can be put on peace. Our advanced security systems will protect your family's well-being so you can sleep well at night."
26. A metaphor introduced and then further developed throughout all or part of a literary work, especially a poem:
27. YOUR ANSWER TO #18
28. Which of the following is a euphemism most likely to replace?
29. What is the best word to describe the author's attitude in the following passage:The R.M.S. Titanic was cruising at 23 knots in the mid-Atlantic when it struck an iceberg and slowly sank. There were not enough lifeboats to save everyone. 1, 523 people went down with the ship into water icy enough to cause instant pain and death by hypothermia within ten to fifteen minutes. After the stern of the ship disappeared beneath the glassy waters, 308 people remained bobbing on the surface, screaming for help. There were, in fact, 20 life boats lingering nearby, which failed to come to their rescue immediately. By the time lifeboat crewmen organized themselves and came back with just one boat, almost all in the water had died.
30. What is a way of persuading an audience with reason, using facts and figures?
31. An indirect reference to something (usually a literary text, although it can be other things commonly known, such as plays, songs, historical events) with which the reader is supposed to be familiar.
32. What is the rhetorical element that utilizes trusted brands and public figures?
33. What example of figurative language is represented in the quote below? "The morning wind forever blows, the poem of creationis uninterrupted; but few are the ears that hear it.Olympus is but the outside of the earth everywhere." -Walden, Henry David Thoreau
34. Which rhetorical device is used? "There's no price that can be placed on peace of mind. Our advanced security systems will protect the well-being of your family so that you can sleep soundly at night."
35. Repetition of initial consonant letters (or sounds) in two or more different words across successive sentences, clauses, or phrases [ example: "Somewhere at this very moment a child is being born in America. Let it be our cause to give that child a happy home, a healthy family, and a hopeful future."
36. When you repeat the beginning sound of one word in other nearby words.
37. An indirect, less offensive way of saying something that is considered unpleasant
38. Which of these best describes Pathos?
39. Combining differing ideas in the same sentence; also opposites .....
40. Greek term referring to the moral character of a person
41. Define the roots:Flux/Flu
42. The following is an example of which rhetorical appeal? "My doctor agrees with me. Her professional opinion after years of specified training should hold more weight than your friend's uninformed opinion."
43. All's fair in love and warThe above is an example of a(n) .....
44. Which type of rhetoric is primarily used in the advertisement?
45. The main purpose of the precis' is to
46. When making an argument, it is important to address .....
47. Language that is not meant to be taken literally, but it can be effective in persuading people.
48. A reference to an external person, place, or thing from popular culture
49. Which best describes the author's purpose?
50. The side that rejects the resolution;
51. In a rhetorical analysis essay task, what is the main goal of working the prompt before reading the passage?
52. To describe or draw attention to (a product, service, or event) in a public in order to promote sales or attendance
53. A strong argument uses all three appeals
54. He had a million tricks to show the kids on Halloween. This is an example of .....,
55. "I wanted to ride my bike, but I was too tired" is an example of .....
56. Identify the rhetorical device:I held her hand and my tongue.
57. Which of the following fits the example? "detainee" vs. "prisoner"
58. Come as you are. As I want you to be.
59. Define Double entendre
60. A reference to a biblical, mythological, literary, or historical person, place, thing or idea.
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