Rhetorical terms 2

Question 0

Diacope

Answer 0

Repetition of a word or phrase after intervening word or phrase

Question 1

Denotation

Answer 1

Literal, dictionary definition of a word

Question 2

Diction

Answer 2

Refers to the writers word choice especially clearness or correctness

Question 3

Didactic

Answer 3

Primary purpose of teaching

-moral or ethical principles

Question 4

Enumeratio

Answer 4

Subject is divided into constituent parts or details which may include listing of causes, effects, etc.

Question 5

Expletive

Answer 5

A single word or short phrase, usually interrupting normal speech, is used to lend emphasis on either side of expletive

Question 6

Euphemism

Answer 6

Less offensive substitute for unpleasant words or concepts

Question 7

Extended metaphor

Answer 7

Metaphor that gets developed at great length, occurring frequently throughout the work

Question 8

Figurative language

Answer 8

Writing or speech that in not intended to carry literal meaning, usually meant to be imaginative or vivid

Question 9

Figure of speech

Answer 9

Used to produce figurative language

-compare dissimilar things

Question 10

Generic conventions

Answer 10

Describes traditions for each genre

Question 11

Genre

Answer 11

Major category where a literary work fits

Question 12

Homily

Answer 12

Literally means sermon but includes serious talk, speech, lecture involving moral or spiritual advice

Question 13

Hyperbole

Answer 13

Using deliberate exaggeration or overstatement

Question 14

Hypophora

Answer 14

Figure of reasoning in which one or more questions are asked and then answered

Question 15

Imagery

Answer 15

Sensory details used to describe or arouse emotions