Unit 2 Rheotrical Terms

Question 1

Rhetoric

Answer 1

From the Greek for “orator,”
this term describes the
principles governing the art
of writing effectively,
eloquently, and persuasively

Question 2

Ethos

Answer 2

Appeal based on the
character/reputation of the
speaker/writer

Question 3

Pathos

Answer 3

Appeal based on
emotion

Question 4

Logos

Answer 4

Appeal based on
logic or reason

Question 5

Periodic Sentence

Answer 5

Sentence whose main clause is
withheld until the end

Question 6

Cumulative Sentence

Answer 6

Sentence that completes the
main idea at the beginning of
the sentence, and then builds
and adds on

Question 7

Imperative Sentence

Answer 7

Sentence used to command,
enjoin, implore, or entreat

Question 8

Rhetorical Question

Answer 8

Figure of speech in the form of
a questions posed for
rhetorical effect rather than for
the purpose of getting an
answer