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Rhetoric Quiz 37 (60 MCQs)

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1. Used in argumentative writing where one acknowledges a point made by one's opponent
2. In persuasive writing, a good writer will address arguments the other side makes in order to contradict their points. This is an example of which rhetorical device?
3. Another word for word choice is
4. Poetry without rhyme, structure, and literary devices
5. "Then I'll be all aroun' in the dark. I'll be ever'where-wherever you look. Wherever they's a fight so hungry people can eat, I'll be there. Wherever they's a cop beatin' up a guy, I'll be there."
6. The etymology of the word "democracy" is:
7. When what is said is the opposite of what is meant.
8. Pow! Quack! Pop! Buzz!
9. Which Tribe had no choice but to move?
10. What is a thesis statement?
11. Words end with the same vowel and sometimes consonant sounds.
12. This appeals to an audience's needs, values, and emotional sensibilities:
13. The Rhetoric Appeal that deals with reason, facts, examples, or statistics?
14. This form of rhetoric is an appeal to logic
15. Which is NOT an example of a euphemism
16. These days, many student's majoring in philosophy have no intention of becoming philosophers; instead they plan to apply those skills to other disciplines. Law and business specifically benefit from the complicated theoretical issues raised in the study of philosophy, but philosophy can be just as useful in engineering or any field requiring complex analytic skills.That these skills are transferable across professionsAt this point, the writer is considering adding the following sentence.The ancient Greek philosopher Plato, for example, wrote many of his works in the form of dialogues.Should the writer make this addition here?
17. "On TikTok, short-form videos are exciting, spontaneous, and genuine."
18. Argument in which specific statements/conclusions are drawn from general principles:movement from general to specific
19. What rhetorical device involves using similar grammatical structures to create balance and rhythm in a sentence?
20. The use of components ina sentence that are grammatically thesame; or similar in their construction, sound, meaning, or meter.
21. When the author tries to establish a relationship with you, the reader, this is an example of
22. "Free at last! Free at last!" is an example of which rhetoric tool?
23. "the weapon of knowledge and let us shield ourselves with unity and togetherness." This sentence shows Malala using .....
24. The entire purpose of Pathos is
25. What is a device that includes the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words?
26. Question asked just for effect or to put emphasis on a point when no real answer is expected
27. Rhetorical device that relies on logical reasoning and facts
28. A questions asked solely to produce an effect or to make an assertion and not to elicit a reply.
29. The point in the story where theconflict begins between the protagonist andsomething (or someone) else (**antagonist).
30. An appeal based on what we can assume is true (statistics and data)
31. Which fallacy is used to promote something based on popularity?
32. A rhetorical exigence means
33. Using emotion to persuade your audience. The Greek word for "suffering" or "experience" .....
34. When MLK compared the Emancipation Proclamation to a Promisory note, he was making an .....
35. A date which will live in infamy.
36. Which rhetorical device appeals to credibility or ethics of the speaker?
37. Declaration of Independence:Which sentence best supports the theme that people have the right to overturn a government that does not respect their rights?
38. Which type of rhetorical appeal persuades by appealing to EMOTIONS and FEELINGS?
39. A political candidate talks about his experiences as a soldier, as a businessman, and as a politician-in contrast to his opponent. This is an example of
40. The statement "love is war" is an example of what?
41. A humorous play on words that have double-meanings.
42. Errors in logical thinking
43. In her UN speech on youth education, Malala stated, "Their right to live in peace. Their right to be treated with dignity. Their right to equality of opportunity. Their right to be educated" . This is an example of:
44. "They covered themselves with dust and glory, " (Mark Twain, "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer")
45. Listen, you've got to come take a look at my new set of wheels.This is an example of .....
46. Anyway, let's get lunch. My hunger is beginning to ..... my mood.
47. "Tina tricked Tyler to take his tacos."This is an example of which rhetorical device?
48. Rhetorical questions are used to encourage the audience to participate by answering them in detail.
49. By the smell of barbecuing and the fireworks in the sky, I knew it was Independence Day.
50. The process of reasoning
51. What does it mean to persuade someone?
52. Requirement is.....
53. An example of logos would be:
54. Which connotation is MORE negative?It made me feel .....
55. The 3 elements to the art of persuasion are known as .....
56. The structure of an essay is not important-only clear ideas are important.
57. An ad selling aspirin says that 4 out of 5 doctors recommend the product. This is relying on
58. Which best describes a notable rhetorical CHOICE in lines 69-93 ("As you go ..... and persevere.")?
59. Appeals:What does ethos mean?
60. A comparison is made between two concepts to prove an argument.
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