Rhetorical Devices Quiz

Which rhetorical appeal is based on emotions?

• Logos

• Pathetic

• Pathos

• Ethos

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is the definition of alliteration?

• Alliteration is the repetition of the same final letter or sound in closely connected words.

• Alliteration is the use of opposite initial letters or sounds in closely connected words.

• Alliteration is the repetition of vowels in closely connected words.

• Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial letter or sound in closely connected words.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which rhetorical device is used in the phrase 'as brave as a lion'?

• simile

• metaphor

• hyperbole

• onomatopoeia

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.5A

What is the purpose of using hyperbole in writing or speech?

• Using hyperbole in writing or speech is meant to confuse the audience

• The purpose of using hyperbole is to exaggerate or emphasize a point for dramatic effect or to create a strong impression.

• Hyperbole is used to provide accurate and precise information

• The purpose of using hyperbole is to downplay the importance of a point

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.5A

Which rhetorical appeal is based on logic and reason?

• logos

• pathos

• ethos

• mythos

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the definition of metaphor?

• A metaphor is a figure of speech that describes an object or action in a way that isn't literally true, but helps explain an idea or make a comparison.

• A metaphor is a type of cloud

• A metaphor is a mathematical equation

• A metaphor is a type of insect

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

What is the definition of hyperbole?

• Hyperbole is a type of mathematical equation

• Hyperbole is a type of computer programming language

• Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves an exaggeration for emphasis or effect.

• Hyperbole is a type of flower

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

What is the purpose of using simile in writing or speech?

• Simile is used to provide accurate and precise information

• The purpose of using simile is to downplay the importance of a point

• Using simile in writing or speech is meant to confuse the audience

• The purpose of using simile is to make a comparison or show a relationship between two different things.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

What is the definition of onomatopoeia?

• Onomatopoeia is a type of flower

• Onomatopoeia is a figure of speech that mimics the sound it represents.

• Onomatopoeia is a type of mathematical equation

• Onomatopoeia is a type of computer programming language

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Which rhetorical appeal is based on credibility or character?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Mythos

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D