Rhetoric Quiz 334 (20 MCQs)

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1. An argument based on credibility, reputation, authority
2. "Ms. Crisp has taught here for years. Go to her if you have questions about Centennial."
3. True or False? Rhetoric is the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, especially the use of figures of speech and other compositional techniques.
4. Uses vague words and phrases
5. The technique of creating intense emotions in the text is called-
6. After Ms. Smith caught Darnisha chewing gum for the third time, Ms. Smith scheduled a parent teacher conference with Darnisha's mother. When Darnisha's mother came into Ms. Smith's classroom, she was chewing gum. Ms. Smith thought to herself, "the apple doesn't fall far from the tree." What does this idiom mean?
7. Is used to make a weak argument sound impressive by using academic vocabulary
8. A word or combination of words that are meant to make the reader feel a strong emotion
9. What is the author's purpose? A recipe to make an award-winning spicy chicken salad.
10. ..... is the art of using language effectively and persuasively.
11. ..... is using language effectively to persuade, inform, educate or entertain.
12. What does it mean to "anoint" something?
13. In the sentence, "Her smile was as bright as the sun, " which rhetorical device is employed?
14. Which response best displays parallelism?
15. What role does LOGOS play in a persuasive argument?
16. What is the key factor in making an audience perceive a speaker as trustworthy?
17. Define anecdote
18. Consider the following proverb: "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." Why is this an example of juxtaposition?
19. A part or quality of something which is used in substitution of the larger whole, or vice versa."The hospital worked for hours to revive him. (referring to the doctors and nurses in side the hospital) OR She took us outside to look at her new set of wheels. (referring to her new car)."
20. A negotiating strategy where goals are identified and opposing views are stated in an effort to reach an agreement.