IB Rhetorical Devices and Techniques Flashcard

Front

What is the term for when a writer tries to persuade the audience to respect and believe them based on their credibility and self-presentation?

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Ethos

Front

Which term describes the repetition of a word or phrase at the end of successive clauses or sentences?

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Epistrophe

Front

What is the term for using statistics or data to support an argument?

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Facts

Front

Which term refers to the use of informal or everyday language, often setting the writer up as relatable?

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Colloquial language

Front

What is the term for a question posed to make a point rather than require an answer?

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Rhetorical question

Front

Which term describes the use of descriptive language that appeals to the senses or evokes emotions?

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Imagery

Front

What is the term for presenting only one side of facts to persuade?

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Card stacking

Front

Which term refers to the repetition of the first sound in consecutive words to draw attention?

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Alliteration

Front

Comparison between two situations for explanation or emphasis

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Analogy

Front

Which term describes the use of language that directly addresses the reader, often using words like us, we, you, and our?

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Inclusive language