Rhetorical Context Review

Select the correct definition for the word "rhetoric"

• The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing
• A type of bird
• A musical instrument
• A type of food

Select the correct definition for the term "rhetorical context"

• The circumstances surrounding an act of reading and/or composiiton

• The use of excessive language to impress
• The study of different types of speeches
• The art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing

Which of the following elements are considered "rhetorical context"? (Hint: choose two)

• Spelling

• Topic

• Writer

• Grammar

Which of the following elements are considered "rhetorical context"? (Hint: choose two)

• Audience

• Occasion

• Genre

• Tone

True or false: Purpose is an element of "Rhetorical Context"

• True
• False

Which of the following questions will help you determine the rhetorical context of a text/video? (Hint: choose one of the options below)

• Who is making me read/watch this?

• Who is the author?

• What is the purpose?

• What is the topic?

Finish this sentence:

Examining the rhetorical context of a text/video helps to _________.