Persuasive Devices 2 Flashcards
1
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Evidence
A
Facts, information and expert opinion used to backup the authors argument
2
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Inclusive language
A
The use of the words “we” and “us” to directly involve the reader
3
Q
Metaphor
A
Comparison to describe one thing in terms of another
4
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Exaggeration
A
To make something seem bigger than it actually is to arouse emotion to the reader
5
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Hyperbole
A
Exaggerated statements that are obviously not meant to be taken literally
6
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Repetition
A
Repeating words or phrases for added emphasis
7
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Rhetorical Question
A
Questions that are asked by the author that requires no answer
8
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Rebuttal
A
Counter arguments used to prove the authors point
