Logos is a rhetorical device that refers to...

whether an argument makes sense or is logical

In a piece of writing, how is "tone" defined?

Tone is the writer's attitude toward the topic.

A static character...

has no internal change over the course of a story.

Which is an example of the effective use of ethos?

Dentists everywhere agree that it is important to floss.

A dynamic character...

shows a change in values or attitude from start to finish.

How is "mood" best explained?

Mood is how the reader feels while reading a text.

What rhetorical appeal does William Wallace use?

Pathos - plays on the men's pride in their freedom.

Which rhetorical appeal is most prominent in this ad? And for what reason?

Ethos - it establishes experience and credibility.

What kind of character is the Grinch? Explain.

Dynamic - changes his values and attitude towards Christmas.

In which sentence is a semicolon used correctly?

Have a peanut; I licked off the chocolate already.

Ethos is a rhetorical device that has to do with...

the trustworthiness of the presenter

the art of using language effectively

Explain the use of ethos in this commercial.

To persuade by featuring a well-known celebrity.

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1
When used in writing, the acronym RACE means...
reconsider, answer, cite, enact
restate, answer, cite, explain
run, act, climb, emerge
restore, attempt, cite explain
2
Logos is a rhetorical device that refers to...
the emotions of the reader or listener
the number of good points that are made
whether an argument makes sense or is logical
whether the author is a celebrity or not
3
In a piece of writing, how is "tone" defined?
It is how the music might sound if the story was a movie.
Tone is the exact same thing as mood.
It is how the author uses punctuation and grammar.
Tone is the writer's attitude toward the topic.
4
A static character...
is almost always the main character (protagonist).
has no internal change over the course of a story.
changes internally over the course of a story.
is the most boring character.
5
Which is an example of the effective use of ethos?
I read somewhere that vinegar is useful for cleaning.
Dentists everywhere agree that it is important to floss.
We should try that recipe. Someone told me it was good.
My cousin said we should play in the traffic.
6
What is a bibliography?
a list of sources
a book about someone's life
a story about yourself
a study guide for your next test
7
A dynamic character...
has no change in values.
usually has very little to do with the story line.
shows only physical changes during a story.
shows a change in values or attitude from start to finish.
8
How is "mood" best explained?
Mood is the attitude you wake up with.
Mood is how the author feels about the topic.
Mood is how the reader feels while reading a text.
Mood describes someone who is emotionally unstable.
9
What rhetorical appeal does William Wallace use?
Logos - details what men will receive for fighting.
Pathos - plays on the men's pride in their freedom.
Ethos - sounds honest when he talks about William Wallace.
Pathos - plays on the men's fear of dying.
10
Which rhetorical appeal is most prominent in this ad? And for what reason?
Ethos - uses a celebrity endorsement.
Ethos - it establishes experience and credibility.
Pathos - everyone feels bad for the mistreated dog.
Logos - offers many persuasive statistics.
11
What kind of character is the Grinch? Explain.
Static - has the same attitude from beginning to end.
Dynamic - attitude does not change throughout the movie.
Static - his heart grows three sizes.
Dynamic - changes his values and attitude towards Christmas.
12
Using only one rhetorical device is the best strategy for persuading your audience.
False
True
13
In a piece of writing, theme refers to...
characters' interactions
author's attitude toward the characters
author's underlying message
main topic of a story
14
The dancer's fluid movements left us in awe. "Fluid" means...
liquid
wearing wet clothes
smooth, easy movement
watery
15
Pathos is a rhetorical device that refers to...
the audience's emotions
an extremely sad author
logic or making sense
a celebrity spokesperson
16
In which sentence is a semicolon used correctly?
Would you do my homework; for me?
How long does it take puppies to become house;trained?
He was tardy, therefore; he received a detention slip.
Have a peanut; I licked off the chocolate already.
17
What analysis acronym would best be used for this painting?
OPTIC
RACE
HAPPY
SoapsTone
18
Ethos is a rhetorical device that has to do with...
asking questions to make a point
the audience's emotions
the trustworthiness of the presenter
whether the argument is logical
19
What is rhetoric?
the art of asking trick questions
the art of confusing your audience with too many words
the art of using language effectively
the art of doing as little as possible
20
Explain the use of ethos in this commercial.
To persuade by featuring a well-known celebrity.
To make the audience suddenly feel hungry.
To make the audience feel sympathy for an old woman.
To give specific facts about why Snickers is a good snack.

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