Podcast
Questions and Answers
What is the purpose of using the term 'Consequently' in a sentence?
What is the purpose of using the term 'Consequently' in a sentence?
- To present a condition
- To provide an example or illustration
- To highlight a result or outcome (correct)
- To state a contrasting idea
Which term is primarily used to show a contrast between two ideas?
Which term is primarily used to show a contrast between two ideas?
- Summary
- Addition
- Contrast (correct)
- Generalisation
What is the function of the term 'Emphasis' in communication?
What is the function of the term 'Emphasis' in communication?
- To compare similar ideas
- To summarize previous points
- To reinforce or strengthen a statement (correct)
- To introduce a new idea
Which term is indicative of a reason in an argument?
Which term is indicative of a reason in an argument?
What does the term 'Generalisation' imply in a discussion?
What does the term 'Generalisation' imply in a discussion?
Flashcards
As a result
As a result
Used to introduce a consequence or result of a previous statement.
Restatement
Restatement
Used to introduce a restatement or a different way of expressing the same idea.
Emphasis
Emphasis
Used to emphasize a point or make it stand out.
Illustration
Illustration
Signup and view all the flashcards
Condition
Condition
Signup and view all the flashcards
Study Notes
Rhetorical Devices & Discourse Markers
- Result: Indicates a consequence or outcome.
- Emphasis: Highlights a point.
- Addition: Provides supplementary information.
- Reason: Explains the cause or rationale.
- Illustration: Provides an example or a visual representation.
- Contrast: Shows differences.
- Comparison: Shows similarities.
- Sequencing ideas: Arranges ideas chronologically or logically.
- Summary: Condenses information.
- Condition: Shows a requirement or a hypothetical situation.
- Concession: Acknowledges an opposing viewpoint.
- Generalisation: Makes a broad claim.
- Restatement: Repeats an idea in different terms.
Connectives & Intensifiers
- As a result: Indicates a consequence.
- Therefore: Indicates a conclusion.
- Consequently: Shows a logical outcome.
- Thus: Connects ideas logically.
- Hence: Indicates a reason or consequence.
- For this reason: Explains the cause.
- Thereby: Shows the method or means.
- Eventually: Indicates a final result.
- As a consequence (of): Shows the outcome of something.
- Obviously: Indicates clear understanding.
- Undoubtedly: Conveys certainty.
- Especially: Indicates particular emphasis.
- Indeed: Emphasizes the truth of a statement.
- Clearly: Indicates a clear statement.
- Without a doubt: Expresses certainty.
- Unquestionably: Shows certainty.
- Certainly: Expresses certainty.
- Definitely: Expresses strong certainty.
- Particularly: Emphasizes a specific aspect.
- In particular: Focuses on a specific detail.
- Importantly: Highlights the significance of a point.
- Of course: Used casually to express agreement or acknowledge something evident.
- Absolutely: Expresses strong agreement or certainty.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
