Rhetorical Analysis Verbs Flashcard

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What is the purpose of rhetorical analysis verbs?

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To analyze rhetorical moves

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Purpose of juxtaposing two ideas.

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Show they are different

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Assert

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Say it with confidence.

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Proclaims (The speaker proclaims victory.)

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Says it loudly in public

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to distinguish between fact and opinion.

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Show how they are different

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Which verb would you use to introduce a new idea?

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Declare

State

Claim

Assert

Proclaim

Announce

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What is the effect of using rhetorical analysis verbs?

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To clarify the author's intent

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An argument on the other side is

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a counterclaim

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Which verb is most appropriate for emphasizing a point?

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Emphasize

Spotlight

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What is the main focus of rhetorical analysis verbs?

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To analyze the author's intent