AF Review 1-6, Rhetoric, Vocab

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What is rhetoric?

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Rhetoric is the art of persuasion through effective communication, using various techniques to influence an audience.

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What are the three modes of persuasion in rhetoric?

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The three modes of persuasion are ethos (credibility), pathos (emotional appeal), and logos (logical reasoning).

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Define ethos in the context of rhetoric.

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Ethos refers to the credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker or writer, establishing trust with the audience.

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Define pathos in the context of rhetoric.

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Pathos is an appeal to the audience's emotions, aiming to elicit feelings that support the speaker's argument.

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Define logos in the context of rhetoric.

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Logos is an appeal to logic and reason, using facts, statistics, and logical arguments to persuade the audience.

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What is an allegory?

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An allegory is a narrative that uses symbolic figures, events, and imagery to convey deeper meanings, often moral or political.

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What does Animal Farm symbolize in literature?

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Animal Farm is an allegory for the Russian Revolution, illustrating the rise of totalitarianism and the corruption of ideals.

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How can pathos be effectively used in persuasive writing?

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Pathos can be effectively used by incorporating emotional stories, vivid imagery, and passionate language to connect with the audience's feelings.

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What role does logos play in argumentative essays?

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Logos plays a crucial role in argumentative essays by providing logical reasoning, evidence, and structured arguments to support claims.

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What is the significance of understanding audience in rhetoric?

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Understanding the audience is significant in rhetoric as it helps tailor the message, tone, and persuasive strategies to effectively reach and influence them.