Rhetoric, Voice, Structure, and Purpose

"The data is perfectly clear: this investment has consistently turned a profit year-after-year, even in spite of market declines in other areas."

The rhetorical mode demonstrated by this quote is...

• Ethos
• Pathos
• Logos

Directions: Read the sentence and then choose the correct rhetoric/persuasion type.

As a doctor, I am qualified to tell you that this course of treatment will likely generate the best results

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Logos

“Caring for the environment may not change your life, but it will change the lives of your children.”

Which type of appeal is demonstrated by this quote?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

Voice---

• is the reader's feelings about a text

• is created by the reader and the author

• belongs to the reader

• is the author's personality and expression

Which of the following is true about author's voice? Select TWO correct answers.

• authors use voice to create their own unique style

• all authors use the same voice

• author's use voice to contribute to the purpose of the text

• an author's voice has no effect on the purpose of their text

Choose the correct text structure for the paragraph:

Students who are frequently absent often have lower average grades than those who have good attendance. When they are out of the classroom, students do not get to see a teacher’s lessons. Even if they attend extra help, it’s usually much shorter and less detailed than the actual lesson. In addition, frequently absent students often miss tests or other assignments and don’t always make up the work.

• Cause and Effect

• Sequence/Chronological Order

• Problem and Solution

Choose the correct text structure for the paragraph:

Wild chimpanzees are rapidly disappearing. Some people are trying to solve this problem. Otherwise, chimpanzees may one day exist only in zoos. People are trying to save the rain forests and woodlands where the chimps live from being cut down. It will take many people working together to solve this problem.

• Compare and Contrast

• Descriptive

• Problem and Solution

Choose the correct text structure for the paragraph:

Before putting the model car together, we gathered our supplies. Then we were able to read and follow the directions. Before long our car was done.

• Descriptive

• Cause and Effect

• Sequence/Chronological Order

"Be a hero in an animal's life! Donate to the Martin County Animal Shelter. Adoption fees cover less than eight percent of our operating expenses. We rely on donations to ensure that every animal receives excellent care. Your generous gift provides food, shelter, and veterinary care to homeless and rescued pets. Please donate today!"

Which best indicates that the primary audience is community members who care about animals?

• The writer indicates that donating is a way for readers to be a hero in an animal's life.

• The writer includes information about funding sources and operating expenses.

• The writer asks readers to donate time as well as money.

• The writer argues that the shelter is necessary to keep stray animals off the streets and prevent illness.

Read the short passage: Ever wondered which pet is a better pet - a dog or a cat? In my opinion, it isn't even close. A dog is much better than a cat. To start with, a dog will be very eaders loyal to you for life. As soon as you walk in the door, your dog will be waiting with piz a tail wagging. The cat will be hiding behind a curtain. Dogs also help to keep you healthier because they love to walk. Taking a dog on a walk once or twice a day will keep your dog happy, and get you exercising. Try taking a cat on a walk. Choice You won't make it down the block until your cat refuses to go any further and you end up carrying the cat back to your house. Trust me - stick with a dog when getting a new pet.

How does the author convey his point of view or message in the text?

• The author compares cats with dogs to demonstrate how dogs are more fun and better pets.

• The author describes how to train a dog and how much a person can connect with dogs.

• The author describes all the ways that cats can be similar to dogs.