Rhetorical Devices

Question 1

A brief, indirect, reference to a person place, thing, or idea of historical, cultural, literary, or political significance.

Answer 1

Allusion

Question 2

A short, entertaining account of some happening, frequently personal or biographical.

Answer 2

Anecdote

Question 3

An anticipation of of objection to one’s argument, and the pointing out of the errors in the objection.

Answer 3

Counterargument/Counterclaim

Question 4

An argument where the speaker claims to be an expert, or uses information provided by experts. Appeals to ethics, values, or morals

Answer 4

Ethos

Question 5

An argument where the argument attempts to affect the personal feelings of the reader.

Answer 5

Pathos

Question 6

An argument where the speaker uses facts and statistics persuade the reader.

Answer 6

Logos

Question 7

An attempt at emphasis with the use of repeating words or phrases.

Answer 7

Repetition

Question 8

A question used to engage the audience that is said without the expectation of a response.

Answer 8

Rhetorical Question

Question 9

An attempt to encourage the audience to do something because of your argument.

Answer 9

Call to Action