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Rhetoric Quiz 99 (60 MCQs)

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1. True or False? Opinions and attitudes of the author can be used in a non-fiction narrative?
2. Deductive reasoning that is constructed in a three-step method; 1. major premise, 2. minor premise 3. conclusion
3. Switching from plastic to cardboard will cut costs by 20 cents per unit.
4. The uneducated, working-class majority of Oceania who are viewed as unimportant by the Party
5. What is the amount of children born to poor parents annually?
6. A figure of speech that replaces the name of a thing with the name of something else with which it is closely associated.
7. Which rhetorical technique best supports the appeal, logos?
8. LOGOS appeals are characterized by:
9. Involves credibility
10. Which of the follow words signals a faulty generalization?
11. How long had the United States existed when the speech was given?
12. "No, we will not discuss his past crimes."
13. What struture of sentence contains a subject and a verb, and it may also have an object and modifiers. However, it contains only one independent clause?
14. What is an example of a logos
15. An advertisement that uses ..... will try to get you to see the company as reliable, honest and credible (you can trust them).
16. This part of an editorial states the stand in one sentence.
17. Speeding is illegal.
18. MLK used an ..... when he referenced "a great American, in whose shadow we stand today."
19. Language and literary techniques employed
20. The speaker of the text is:
21. A literary work in which characters, objects, or actions represent abstractions.
22. A commercial for a soft drink company shows a group of young people having a fun party, laughing and playing games while holding and drinking from their bottles of the soda. This image conveys the idea that buying this product leads to love and happiness.
23. In attempt to sell their newest shoe, Nike states they will make you jump 20% higher if purchased. This is an example of which rhetorical appeal?
24. Appeals to reason
25. What branch of rhetoric best describes the following example:"After everything that these dogs have been through, all that they want this winter is a loving home and to feel safe."
26. Which of these is most likely to be a manipulative argument?
27. Word choice that is intended to add additional emotional meaning (implied meaning)
28. Read the following sentence" If my years as a Marine taught me anything, it's that caution is the best policy in this sort of situation. " Which rhetorical device does this represent?
29. [1] Box's research is important because the fires of 2012 may not be a one-time phenomenon. [2] According to scientists, rising Arctic temperatures are making northern latitudes greener and thus more fire prone.[3] The pattern Box observed in 2012 may repeat itself again, with harmful effects on the Arctic ecosystem. [4] Box is currently organizing an expedition to gather this crucial information. [5] The next step for Box and his team is to travel to Greenland to perform direct sampling of the ice in order to determine just how much the soot is contributing to the melting of the ice sheet.To make this paragraph most logical, sentence 4 should be placed
30. Which of the following options below has the follwing definition:to give authority to an idea by making an association with something the reader knows
31. "I have full confidence in your courage, devotion to duty, and skill in battle." Which rhetorical strategy is used?
32. The following quote, uses which Means of Persuasion? "That man over there says that women need to be helped into carriages, and lifted over ditches, and to have the best place everywhere. Nobody ever helps me into carriages, or over mud-puddles, or gives me any best place! And ain't I a woman?" from Sojourner Truth's speech.In the following quote, what means of persuasion are used? "That man over there says that women need to be helped into carriages, and lifted over mud puddles, and given the best place everywhere. Nobody helps me get into carriages, or lifts me over mud puddles, or gives me any better place! And am I not a woman?" From Sojourner Truth's speech
33. The T in SPACECAT stands for:
34. Presenting complex issues in terms of two inherently opposed sides is called-
35. What is the participial phrase in the following sentence?Sweeping across the night sky, the bats hunted their prey.
36. The A in S.O.A.P. stands for .....
37. Author's choice of words
38. They just disagree among themselves who will be the ruler of that empire. In this deadly game of thrones, there's no place for America or for Israel.
39. What does logos frequently include?
40. What struture of sentence contains at least one independent clause and at least one dependent clause?
41. Ethos builds .....
42. "I'll have my bond!Speak not against my bond!I have sworn an oath that I will have my bond." (Merchant of Venice, III, iii)This text is an example of .....
43. A message in groups of threes
44. The following is an example of what THREE rhetorical device?"Behold! The best burger ever made by mankind!"
45. To fully embrace the context and the entire rhetorical situation adds to your
46. The art of convincing people who disagree with you.
47. What feelings do you feel when reading the text? This is a question you would ask to determine:
48. These are vague, nice sounding descriptions of things: "Have a lawn that makes you proud." "Get the biggest and best for your money." " ..... stronger, brighter."
49. AMERICA, WHICH STOOD AS A BEACON OF FREEDOM AND OPPORTUNITY TO SO MANY WHO HAD COME BEFORE.
50. Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another; usually in a way to be considered to be unfair
51. An appeal to the right time
52. Kim is the fastest and most talented player on the soccer team. This is an example of .....
53. ..... is the deliberate repetition of a word or words at the beginning of successive phrases, clauses, or lines to create a sonic effect.
54. What rhetorical element is being used here?A speech about the sport of basketball delivered by the famous basketball player Shaquille O'Neal.
55. If the company relocates, most of you will have longer commutes.
56. What was the purpose of Rep. Lewis' Op-Ed article?
57. HAMSTERS FOR SALE:Braxton Pet Store, Northwood Mall:We have a large selection of hamsters for sale this week. They are interesting pets and you will enjoy having one. They are only $ 17.99 this week. Come and buy yours today!
58. What is is an appeal to ethics, a means of convincing someone of the character or credibility of the persuader?
59. With malice toward none; with charity for all; with firmness in the right, ..... Abraham Lincoln, Second Inaugural Address
60. Describes traditions for each genre
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