Rhetorical Devices

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What is a rhetorical device?

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A rhetorical device is a technique used by speakers and writers to persuade, inform, or entertain an audience.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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Define repetition in rhetoric.

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Repetition is a rhetorical device that involves repeating words or phrases to emphasize a point or idea.

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CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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What is parallelism?

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Parallelism is a rhetorical device that uses rhythmic grammatical constructions that are related to create balance and clarity.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

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What is hyperbole?

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Hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally, used for emphasis or effect.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What does ethos refer to in 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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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What is logos in rhetorical terms?

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

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Define pathos in rhetoric.

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Pathos is the emotional appeal used to persuade an audience by evoking feelings such as pity, fear, or joy.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is a call to action?

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A call to action is a statement designed to encourage an audience to take a specific action.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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What is an allusion?

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or literary work, used to create a connection or context.

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CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What is antithesis?

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Antithesis is a rhetorical device that contrasts opposing ideas in a balanced structure to highlight differences.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5