Rhetoric Review & GWB's 9-11 Speech Vocab

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What does 'resolve' mean in the context of determination?

Back

Resolve means determination; it is a noun that signifies a strong will or commitment.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What does it mean to be 'taking every precaution'?

Back

It means being very careful and ensuring safety measures are in place.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What are mistakes in reasoning called?

Back

They are called logical fallacies.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

Front

What rhetorical appeal uses a speaker's credibility to persuade?

Back

This appeal is known as ethos.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

What does it mean when something is described as a 'first priority'?

Back

It means that it is important and should be addressed before other matters.

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CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

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What is ethos in rhetoric?

Back

Ethos is a rhetorical appeal to credibility or character, often using endorsements from experts or celebrities.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

What is the definition of logical fallacies?

Back

Logical fallacies are errors in reasoning that undermine the logic of an argument.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

Front

What does the term 'pathos' refer to in rhetoric?

Back

Pathos refers to an appeal to emotion, aiming to persuade an audience by eliciting feelings.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

What is logos in the context of persuasion?

Back

Logos is an appeal to logic and reason, using facts and evidence to support an argument.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Front

What part of speech is 'resolve' when used in a sentence?

Back

Resolve is a noun when it refers to determination.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4