Analyzing Arguments and Rhetoric

Which of the following is a rhetorical appeal that relies on logic and reasoning?

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• Irony

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What does the term "figurative language" refer to?

• Language that is literal and direct

• Language that uses figures of speech to be more effective

• Language that is only used in poetry

• Language that is always negative

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which rhetorical appeal is based on the credibility or character of the author?

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• Simile

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the main purpose of using pathos in an argument?

• To appeal to the audience’s emotions

• To provide logical evidence

• To show the author’s expertise

• To use figurative language

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following is an example of figurative language?

• The sky is blue.

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• Water boils at 100°C.

• The book is on the table.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does the "mood" of a text refer to?

• The author’s background

• The feeling the reader gets from the text

• The main argument

• The use of statistics

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which of the following best describes "tone" in a text?

• The author’s attitude toward the subject

• The main character’s feelings

• The setting of the story

• The use of metaphors

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

If an author uses statistics and facts to support their claim, which rhetorical appeal are they using?

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• Hyperbole

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

• The classroom was a zoo.

• She was as fast as a cheetah.

• The sun smiled down on us.

• The leaves danced in the wind.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is the meaning of the word "argument" in an informational text?

• A fight between characters

• The main point or claim the author is making

• The setting of the story

• The use of dialogue

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5