english Flashcards
What is anaphora?
Repetition of a word or phrase at the
beginning of successive clauses or sentences.
What is anecdote?
Use of a brief personal story to
support a particular point and establish credibility
What is aliteration?
Repetition of the first consonant
sound in a series of consecutive words
What is apeals?
Appealing the reader’s belief in
particular values. Patriotism, logic, history and
loyalty are common.
What is Expert opinion?
Quoting evidence and quotes
from experts to support the composers view.
What is emotive language?
The use of language and
words that manipulate and evoke the reader’s
emotions[’;
What is hyperbole?
Language that exaggerates a
problem, issue or example.
what is Inclusive Langauge?
The use of words that
directly address the reader or include them in the
text.
What is Imperative?
A direct order, instruction or
command
What is a metaphor?
Comparing two dissimilar things but
stating that one is another.
What is Rhetorical Question?
The use of questions that
do not require an answer to make the reader think
more deeply about an issue
What is Repitition?
- Repeating words or phrases for
emphasis.
What are statistics?
Repeating words or phrases for
emphasis.
What is a simile?
Comparing two dissimilar things using the
words ‘like’ or ‘as’
What is Strong Imagery?
The use of words and language
to evoke a vivid picture in the reader’s mind
