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Parallelism For Rhetoric Quiz 19 (60 MCQs)

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1. A logical argument (often a fallacy) that attempts to convince the audience thatthey have no other choice but to accept the writer's or speaker's views
2. Choose the correct word for the definition of term:Repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences
3. Where is "I Have a Dream" delivered?
4. This strategy attempts to make the audience think about the argument in a very straight-forward and logical manner.
5. Audience is .....
6. "Our mission is at once the oldest and most basic of this country:to right wrong, to do justice, to serve man."
7. The young married couple thought their life was perfect; to them, it was life in the Garden of Eden.
8. Which rhetorical device does Dr. King use in 'Letter from Birmingham Jail' to emphasize the urgency of the civil rights movement?
9. Rhetorical Devicecomparison of two unlike things
10. Read the sentence from paragraph 6. Based on context in this sentence and the paragraph, what is the meaning of gainsaying?
11. The opposite of anaphora that involves the repetition of a word or phrase at the end of successive clauses or sentences.
12. Which of the following rhetorical devices expressed the same idea in different words in order to clarify and stress key points?
13. Inferring that claims are true for most people or the majority.
14. Why is it important to unpack the background information provided in a rhetorical analysis prompt?
15. An obvious, intended exaggeration. Example: "His snores were louder than a freight train, " or, "I've told you a million times."
16. Using abusive names to attack the opposing side ..... Example:calling your opponent a "nasty woman"
17. An author's specific choice of words
18. Purpose of using Assertion in rhetoric
19. A speaker's view of the situation or events of a story/speech
20. The repetition of the first consonant sound, occurring close together in a series. Example: "But a better butter makes a better batter."
21. Emotion that comes through in a speech.
22. A comparison of two different things that are ALIKE in some way ..... Example:Finding a good man is like finding a needle in a haystack. Explanation ..... A man and a needle are not similar, but the excitement of finding both when searching for them is comparable.
23. Choose the correct word for the definition of term:Urging the audience to take specific actions or steps in response to the presented argument.
24. What statement best describes Dr. King's purpose in writing the letter?
25. Barack Obama's speech where he says, "I will end this war in Iraq responsibly."
26. Which rhetorical choice is evident in this excerpt?
27. The choice of words used by an author is known as:
28. There are poor children starving in Africa! This is what rhetorical appeal?
29. When a writer tries to persuade the audience to respect and believe him or her based on a presentation of image of self through the text. Reputation is sometimes a factor in this (ethos), but in all cases the aim is to gain the audience's confidence.
30. Arguments in which the speaker claims to be an expert or relies on information provided by experts ..... Example: "9 out of 10 doctors recommend ..... "
31. The circumstances surrounding the situation
32. Who delivers the speech "I Have a Dream"
33. MLK's "I Have a Dream" ..... "Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty" is an effective metaphor because
34. Rhetorical Devicean obvious, intended exaggeration
35. Define the root:Loc
36. When an author references a historical or biblical figure the strategy is called a/an
37. "What's in a name? That which we call a roseBy any other word would smell as sweet.So Romeo would, were he not Romeo called"-Romeo and Juliet, William ShakespeareWhat persuasive technique is used in the above quote?
38. Refers to the choice of words and style of expression that an author makes and uses in a work of literature
39. Which rhetorical device uses logic, reasoning, and statistical evidence to persuade the audience?
40. The recipients of an argument, either as readers, viewers, or listeners.Often, this term applies moreso to the intended recipients of an argument, or, the specific group(s) of people that a speaker wishes to target their message.
41. The arrangement of text to show logical relationships between ideas .....
42. What rhetorical term is used to describe an appeal to ethics, and it is a means of convincing someone of the character or credibility of the persuader?
43. Think of how hard it would be for your family to live without you if you died in a car accident. Don't text and drive ..... think of those you love.
44. When three adjectives or phrases are listed.
45. ..... is the technique of asking questions and immediately answering them.
46. Kennedy describes people "who foolishly sought power by riding the back of the tiger, " saying that they "ended up inside" the tiger. What does he mean?
47. The use of language in which multiple meanings are possible ..... Example:The word "cool" has multiple meanings.
48. Information of a biased or misleading nature used to promote or publicize a particular political cause or point of view
49. "You'll make the right decision because you have something that not many people do:you have heart."
50. It is important to consider if a source of information is trustworthy; therefore we analyze
51. Setting up rhythm as a memory device by using repetition of the first letter of a word repeated two or times in a line is called
52. An instruction to the audience to provoke an immediate response, usually using an imperative verb such as "call now", "find out more" or "visit a website today" .
53. A pattern in writing in which words and phrases are similar in structure, one echoing another.
54. "Have we found our happy valley?"
55. Which term refers to a reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of art?
56. Reread paragraph 11. In this part of his speech, Dr. King appeals to his audience by connecting with their-
57. What is the term for a brief story that illustrates a point, offering deeper insight and engaging the audience?
58. The A in SOAPSTone stands for .....
59. The words that are used in the writing. There are many words with similar meanings. Why did the writer choose those particular ones? What effect is the writer going for with his/her word choice?
60. In his letter from Birmingham City Jail, who is the "we" that King speaks about in this passage from the opening paragraph? "We will reach the goal of freedom in Birmingham and all over the nation, because the goal of America is freedom."
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