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Literary Devices and Rhetorical Techniques

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What is a literary device that contrasts two or more things for the purpose of comparison?

Juxtaposition (correct)
Simile
Analogy
Metaphor

Which term refers to a writer's stance on a problem or issue?

Rebuttal
Argument (correct)
Counterargument
Claim

What is the term for a very short story?

Essay
Anecdote (correct)
Short Story
Novel

Which method uses facts and logical reasoning to support a claim?

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Which technique uses the opinions of experts or influential figures to support a claim?

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Literary Device: Juxtaposition

A device that highlights differences by placing two things side by side in text.

Quotations for Support

Using opinions and quotes from experts or notable figures to back a claim.

Ethical Persuasion

Making a statement based on common standards of right and wrong to convince others.

Short Story

A brief narrative that typically focuses on a single incident.

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Counterargument

A response to an opposing viewpoint in an argument.