more rhetorical devices Flashcards
What is the definition of consonance?
Consonance is the repetition of consonant sounds in close proximity within a sentence or phrase.
True or False: An epithet is a descriptive phrase expressing a quality characteristic of the person or thing mentioned.
True
Fill in the blank: Anaphora is the repetition of a word or phrase at the ______ of successive clauses.
beginning
What literary device is characterized by harsh, discordant sounds?
Cacophony
What is the definition of assonance?
Assonance is the repetition of vowel sounds in nearby words.
Which of the following is an example of parallelism? (A) I came, I saw, I conquered. (B) The sun rises in the east.
A
What is an aphorism?
An aphorism is a concise statement that expresses a general truth or principle.
True or False: A syllogism is a form of reasoning in which a conclusion is drawn from two given or assumed propositions.
True
What is the main purpose of using consonance in poetry?
To create a harmonious sound and enhance the musical quality of the text.
Identify the use of epithet in this phrase: ‘Alexander the Great.’
‘the Great’ is an epithet describing Alexander.
Fill in the blank: Cacophony often enhances the mood of ______ in literature.
chaos
What is the effect of assonance in poetry?
It creates internal rhyming and can enhance the musicality of the poem.
True or False: Parallelism can only occur in poetry, not in prose.
False
What is a common example of an aphorism?
‘Actions speak louder than words.’
What are the two parts of a syllogism called?
Major premise and minor premise.
What is the primary function of anaphora in rhetoric?
To emphasize a point and create a rhythm.
Which of the following best describes cacophony? (A) Pleasant sounds (B) Harsh sounds
B
True or False: Assonance can only involve the repetition of the vowel ‘a’.
False
What is the structure of a basic syllogism?
If A is true and B is true, then C must be true.
Provide an example of parallelism in a sentence.
‘To err is human; to forgive, divine.’
What is the effect of using consonance in writing?
It can create a pleasing sound and enhance the flow of the text.
How does an epithet differ from a simple adjective?
An epithet often carries connotations and deeper meaning beyond a simple description.
Fill in the blank: The repetition of vowel sounds in a line of poetry is called ______.
assonance
What is an example of anaphora in a famous speech?
‘I have a dream’ in Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech.
True or False: Cacophony is often used to create a sense of harmony in poetry.
False
What is the purpose of using an aphorism in writing?
To convey wisdom or insight in a memorable way.
