SAT Prep - Rhetorical Devices

Words that lend smooth connections, unity and cohesion to a piece of writing are known as:

The literal definition of a word, as opposed to its emotional association, is known as _______.

An author's word choice is also known as:

The use of sensory details that evoke a specific emotion in describing an object is:

The spoken expression of an idea that is the opposite of what is actually meant is known as:

The narrative form in which characters, objects, or ideas have secondary meanings is:

Language that is demonstrative of a particular place or culture is known as:

When a object, character, or event represents more than itself, this is known as:

The order of words in a sentence, which often influences how the reader perceives the idea, is:

The purpose of a _______ is to be a single statement that guides the focus of an essay.

The repetition of initial consonant sounds in close proximity is:

The central idea of a work is known as the __________.

The presentation of ideas in the same grammatical form for emphasis and rhythm is known as:

A satirical imitation of a work that intends to ridicule the style, subject, or both is:

An exaggeration that is made for dramatic effect is known as:

A comparison of two things that are alike is known as a(n):

Ordinary language which is not written in rhythmic meter is known as:

The presentation of ideas that are intentionally vague to allow many interpretations is:

The emotional associations surrounding a word, which may differ from its definition, are:

A reference to a literature or history in a text that assumes the audience's familiarity is: