Rhetorical Analysis Quiz

What is the purpose of a rhetorical analysis essay?

• To summarize the main points of a text

• To analyze the rhetorical choices made by a writer

• To critique the writing style of an author

• To provide a personal opinion on a topic

What is the context of the rhetorical situation?

• The specific occasion or event that prompted the message

• The message the writer wants the audience to think or know

• The circumstances surrounding the situation

• The writer's background and knowledge

What is the purpose of the Salt March mentioned in the prompt?

• To protest Britain's colonial monopoly and taxation of salt

• To gain independence from Britain

• To present a case to Lord Irwin

• To trigger a larger civil disobedience movement

Who is the audience of Gandhi's letter?

• The Indian protesters

• The British crown

• The general public

• Lord Irwin

What is the main message that Gandhi wants to convey to Lord Irwin?

• Lord Irwin should resign from his position

• The Salt March is a peaceful protest

• India should gain independence from Britain

• Britain needs to stop its poor treatment of India

What is the tone of Gandhi's letter before the 'but'?

• Sarcastic

• Indifferent

• Admonitory

• Amicable

What is the tone of Gandhi's letter after the 'but'?

• Indifferent

• Sarcastic

• Admonitory

• Amicable

What is the main purpose of a thesis statement in a rhetorical analysis essay?

• To critique the writing style of the author

• To provide a personal opinion on the topic

• To summarize the main points of the essay

• To answer the prompt and be specific

What should a thesis statement in a rhetorical analysis essay include?

• Specific rhetorical choices and a specific message

• General information about the writer and audience

• Personal opinions and critiques of the author

• A summary of the main points of the essay

What is the difference between purpose and message?

• Message is determined by the location of the speaker/writer, but purpose is what audience needs from the writer/speaker.

• Purpose is what the writer/speaker wants to do, and the message conveys what the writer/speaker wants.

• Purpose is why the speaker/writer conveys a message, but message is what the speaker/writer wants the audience to think or know (or do).

• Message tells the audience what prompted the writer/speaker to write or speak on a given topic while purpose conveys what the audience should do with the information