AP Rhetorical

An author's word choice is also called...

• prose

• syntax

• diction

• allusion

What is rhetoric?

• a toddler throwing a tantrum

• a promposal

• a sales associate upselling products

• the art of persuasion

• all of the above

True or False: The AP Language and Composition Exam is comprised of two sections: Multiple Choice and Free Response Questions.

• True

• False

The purpose of the rhetorical analysis essay is to___________.

• Identify AND evaluate the rhetorical techniques the writer uses.

• Find as many devices as possible. Bonus points for obscure Greek terms.

• Identify AND evaluate the author's purpose and audience

• Effectively explain the rhetorical appeals

The purpose of the argument essay is to__________.

• Develop a convincing argument with sound reasoning and support.

• Formulate one's argument based on past experiences, readings, or observations

• Provide a concession and rebuttal

• Never demonstrating critical thinking or nuance will be sufficient

Which of the following appeals to logic?

• Ethos

• Logos

• Pathos

Which of the following appeals to emotion?

• Ethos

• Logos

• Pathos

Which of the following is NOT an AP style question?

• Rhetorical Organization

• Author's Purpose

• Footnotes

• Matching

What is the difference between a rhetorical device and a strategy, according to Mrs. V?

• The device is the tool (like a drill), the strategy is how you use those tools to do something (like build a house)

• Nothing, they're the same thing

• The strategy is the tool, the device is the activity

• There is absolutely no difference between a device and a strategy

What is NOT a characteristic of a thesis composition for a rhetorical analysis essay?

• Responds to the prompt

• Lists several literary techniques

• It is defensible

• Analyzes the rhetorical choices