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Which rhetorical device uses a comparison between two similar things to clarify a point?
Which rhetorical device uses a comparison between two similar things to clarify a point?
- Antithesis
- Chiasmus
- Analogy (correct)
- Allusion
What is the rhetorical device that involves referencing a well-known event, literary work, or person?
What is the rhetorical device that involves referencing a well-known event, literary work, or person?
- Parallelism
- Anaphora
- Antithesis
- Allusion (correct)
Which of the following is the best definition of anaphora?
Which of the following is the best definition of anaphora?
- A sequence of balanced clauses.
- Words or phrases repeated in reverse order.
- The repetition of a word or phrase in successive phrases. (correct)
- A comparison of two similar things.
Which rhetorical device presents contrasting ideas in a balanced structure?
Which rhetorical device presents contrasting ideas in a balanced structure?
What is the rhetorical device involving the repetition of words or phrases in reverse order?
What is the rhetorical device involving the repetition of words or phrases in reverse order?
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Analogy
Analogy
A comparison between two similar things to explain a point more clearly.
Allusion
Allusion
Referring to a famous event, literary work, or person to support a point.
Anaphora
Anaphora
Repeating a word or phrase in successive phrases to emphasize a point.
Parallelism
Parallelism
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Antithesis
Antithesis
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Study Notes
Rhetorical Devices
- Rhetorical devices help present arguments more appealingly and convincingly, adding style to writing.
- Analogy: Comparing two similar things to clarify a point. Example: Working out after a break is like riding a bike—you quickly regain skill.
- Allusion: Referencing a famous event, literary work, or person to illustrate a point. Example: Citing Shakespeare to exemplify literary greatness.
- Anaphora: Repeating a word or phrase in successive phrases. Example: "If you prick us, do we not bleed? If you tickle us, do we not laugh?" (Shakespeare).
- Parallelism: Balancing clauses in grammatical structure and relevance. Example: The key to good health is a balanced diet, exercise routine, and sufficient rest.
- Antithesis: Contrasting opposing ideas in parallel structure. Example: Macbeth was a powerful leader, but also a treacherous person.
- Chiasmus: Repeating words or phrases in reverse order. Example: Christmas is a season of joyful giving, and giving joy.
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