Point of View and Purpose Quiz

Question:

In literature, the term "author's point of view" refers to:

• The chronological order of events in the story.

• The setting and atmosphere described by the author.

• The author's attitude or feelings toward the subject.

• The variety of characters present in the narrative

In a text, what rhetorical technique is used to appeal to the reader's emotions?

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Logos

• Bathos

In a text, what rhetorical technique is used to appeal to the reader's logic?

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Logos

• Bathos

How does the author's use of repetition contribute to the overall purpose of the passage?

• Repetition is a sign of poor writing and does not contribute to the purpose of the passage

• Repetition creates confusion and distracts from the purpose of the passage

• Repetition is used to fill up space and make the passage longer

• Repetition can emphasize key points and create a sense of rhythm, reinforcing the overall purpose of the passage.

Part A

Identify the rhetorical technique used in the following sentence: "The classroom was so quiet during the test that you could hear a pin drop, and time seemed to crawl at the speed of a snail."

• Appeals to logic

• Appeals to credibility

• Appeals to emotion

• Appeals to timeliness

Part B

What element in the sentence provides support for identifying the rhetorical technique used?

"The classroom was so quiet during the test that you could hear a pin drop, and time seemed to crawl at the speed of a snail."

• The mention of the test in the classroom.

• The comparison of the classroom's quietness to the sound of a pin drop.

• The reference to time crawling at the speed of a snail.

• The overall structure and organization of the sentence.

What is the author's purpose in using descriptive language in the passage?

• To provide a straightforward and simple reading experience

• To create a vivid and detailed image in the reader's mind, to evoke emotions, and to enhance the overall reading experience.

• To minimize the impact of the passage on the reader

• To confuse the reader and make the passage difficult to understand

How does the point of view affect the reader's understanding of the events in the story?

• It provides a specific perspective through which the events are interpreted.

• It doesn't matter because the events are the same regardless of the point of view

• It confuses the reader and makes the story harder to follow

• It has no impact on the reader's understanding

What is the speaker's (Dr. King) point of view in the speech?

• Pessimistic and resigned to ongoing struggles.

• Resilient and optimistic, urging continued efforts for civil rights.

• Cautious and skeptical about the possibility of change.

• Indifferent and detached from the audience's experiences.

Explain how the author appeals to pathos in sentence 1.