Literature Quiz: Renaissance And Contemporary Theory (Long)

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    Which of the following are characteristic to the renaissance humanists?

    • Renaissance humanists wished to recreate classical culture in their own day
    • Renaissance humanists wished to create eloquence in their students and readers
    • Renaissance humanists wished to spread knowledge by translating Greek books into Latin and Latin books into vernaculars
    • All of the above
    • A and B only
    • A and C only
    • B and C only
    • None of the above
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Explore the depths of Renaissance and contemporary literary theory in this comprehensive quiz. Delve into the studia humanitatis, the structure of oration, and key rhetorical concepts as outlined by luminaries like George Trebizond and Thomas Wilson. This quiz assesses understanding of key historical and theoretical literature concepts.

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  • 2. 

    The studia humanitatis of the renaissance humanists contained which of the following subjects?

    • Grammar

    • Dialectic

    • Rhetoric

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and C only
    Explanation
    The studia humanitatis of the Renaissance humanists included the subjects of grammar and rhetoric. Dialectic, on the other hand, was not part of their curriculum. Therefore, the correct answer is "A and C only."

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  • 3. 

    According to George Trebizond in Rhetoricorum libri V, which of the following are among the parts of an oration?

    • Introduction

    • Narration

    • Contention

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "All of the above". According to George Trebizond in Rhetoricorum libri V, the parts of an oration include Introduction, Narration, and Contention.

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  • 4. 

    In George Trebizond's Rhetoricorum libri V, the treatment of style is structured by accounts of which of the following theoretical concepts?

    • Kinds of style

    • Qualities of style

    • Forms of style

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and C only
    Explanation
    In George Trebizond's Rhetoricorum libri V, the treatment of style is structured by accounts of kinds of style and forms of style. This means that the book discusses different types or categories of style as well as different forms or variations of style. The qualities of style are not mentioned as a specific theoretical concept that structures the treatment of style in the book. Therefore, the correct answer is A and C only.

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  • 5. 

    In Thomas Wilson's The Arte of Rhetorique, the treatment of invention is structured by accounts of which of the following concepts?

    • Parts of an oration

    • Kinds of causes or orations

    • Amplification

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    In Thomas Wilson's The Arte of Rhetorique, the treatment of invention is structured by accounts of the parts of an oration, kinds of causes or orations, and amplification. This means that the book discusses the various elements and components of a speech, different types of speeches or arguments, and the technique of amplifying or emphasizing certain points in a speech. All of these concepts are covered in the book, making the answer "All of the above" correct.

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  • 6. 

    According to Thomas Wilson in The Arte of Rhetorique, which of the following are qualities of expression?

    • Plaines

    • Brevitie

    • Enditing

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Plaines
    Explanation
    According to Thomas Wilson in The Arte of Rhetorique, the qualities of expression are "Plaines" and "Brevitie".

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  • 7. 

    According to Henry Peacham in The Garden of Eloquence, figures may be classified into which of the following highest level categories?

    • Tropes

    • Figures of words

    • Figures of sentences

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Tropes
    Explanation
    According to Henry Peacham in The Garden of Eloquence, figures may be classified into the highest level category of Tropes.

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  • 8. 

    According to Henry Peacham in The Garden of Eloquence, knowledge of figures is helpful in which of the following ways?

    • Figures promote wisdom

    • Figures promote apt speech

    • Figures promote persuasiveness

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Figures promote persuasiveness
    Explanation
    Figures of speech, as described by Henry Peacham in "The Garden of Eloquence," are useful in promoting persuasiveness. This means that using figures in speech can help to effectively convince or influence others. While figures may also contribute to wisdom and apt speech, the main focus here is on their ability to enhance persuasiveness.

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  • 9. 

    Richard Rainolde's Foundacion of Rhetorike offers principles for a series of fourteen writing exercises of increasing difficulty designed to teach composition. Which of the following represent lists of these exercises in the order that Rainolde gives them?

    • Fable, Narracion, Chria, Sentence, Confutacion

    • Confirmacion, Commonplace, The praise, The dispraise, Comparison

    • Ethopeia, Discripcion, Thesis, Legislatio

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Richard Rainolde's Foundacion of Rhetorike offers principles for a series of fourteen writing exercises of increasing difficulty designed to teach composition. The correct answer is "All of the above" because all three options listed in the question represent lists of these exercises in the order that Rainolde gives them. The exercises are: Fable, Narracion, Chria, Sentence, Confutacion, Confirmacion, Commonplace, The praise, The dispraise, Comparison, Ethopeia, Discripcion, Thesis, and Legislatio.

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  • 10. 

    Within his Foundacion of Rhetorike, Richard Rainolde claims explicitly that his work follows a pedagogical pattern already established by which of the following authors?

    • Quintilian

    • Aphthonius

    • Lorich

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and B only
  • 11. 

    Within Defence of Contraries by Anthony Mundy, which of the following are identified as plausible beneficiaries of the work?

    • Yong wittes

    • The learned

    • The Queen of England

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Yong wittes
    Explanation
    In the text "Within Defence of Contraries" by Anthony Mundy, it is suggested that both the "Yong wittes" (young intellectuals) and "The learned" (scholars) are plausible beneficiaries of the work. The text does not specifically mention the Queen of England as a beneficiary, so the answer "A and B only" is the correct choice.

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  • 12. 

    In The Defence of Contraries, Anthony Mundy calls his compositions declamations. Using the ancient conception of what constitutes a declamation, Mundy's characterization of his compositions might be called inaccurate for which of the following reasons?

    • The compositions are not factual

    • The compositions are not deliverative

    • The compositions are not forensic

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. B and C only
    Explanation
    Mundy's characterization of his compositions as declamations might be considered inaccurate because they are not deliverative and forensic. Declamations typically involve a persuasive or argumentative style of speaking, which is not present in Mundy's compositions. Additionally, declamations often pertain to legal or forensic matters, but Mundy's compositions do not have this focus. Therefore, the correct answer is B and C only.

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  • 13. 

    Which of the following represent epistolary genera in Angel Day's The English Secretorie?

    • Demonstratiue

    • Deliveratiue

    • Iudiciall

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "All of the above." In Angel Day's The English Secretorie, all three genres - Demonstratiue, Deliveratiue, and Iudiciall - are represented.

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  • 14. 

    Which of the following represent types of familiar letters in Angel Day's The English Secretorie?

    • Amatorie

    • Gratulatorie

    • Narratorie

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. B and C only
    Explanation
    The correct answer is B and C only. The explanation for this answer is that in Angel Day's The English Secretorie, the types of familiar letters mentioned are Gratulatorie and Narratorie. The options A and C are not mentioned as types of familiar letters in the text, and option D states that none of the options are correct, which is not true. Therefore, the correct answer is B and C only.

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  • 15. 

    Which of the following represent standard parts of a letter according to Angel Days' The English Secretorie?

    • Securing of Good Will

    • Peition

    • Conclusion

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Conclusion
    Explanation
    According to Angel Days' The English Secretorie, the standard parts of a letter include the securing of good will, petition, and conclusion. Therefore, the correct answer is "B and C only."

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  • 16. 

    Assuming that an inferior is writing to a superior, which of the following placements of letter elements are recommended in Angel Day's The English Secretorie?

    • The superscription is placed high on the page just above the text of the letter

    • The salutation is placed very near the end of the text of the letter

    • The subscription is placed low on the page following the text of the letter

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. B and C only
    Explanation
    In Angel Day's The English Secretorie, it is recommended that when an inferior is writing to a superior, the salutation should be placed very near the end of the text of the letter and the subscription should be placed low on the page following the text of the letter. This ensures that the letter maintains a respectful tone and follows proper etiquette. Placing the superscription high on the page just above the text of the letter is not recommended in this context. Therefore, the correct answer is B and C only.

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  • 17. 

    According to Hyperius in The Practice of Preaching, preachers my turn to the rhetoricians for which of the following parts of a preacher?

    • Invention

    • Disposition

    • Elocution

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. B and C only
    Explanation
    According to Hyperius in The Practice of Preaching, preachers may turn to the rhetoricians for the parts of a preacher related to Disposition and Elocution.

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  • 18. 

    In The Practice of Preaching, Hyperius explicitly recognizes which of the following as types of sermons?

    • Convertatorie

    • Demonstratiue

    • Redargutiue

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Redargutiue
    Explanation
    Hyperius explicitly recognizes A and C only as types of sermons.

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  • 19. 

    Within Hyperius' The Practice of Preaching, which of the following are recognized as standard parts of a sermon?

    • Inuocation

    • Consolation

    • Conclusion

    • All of the above

    • A and C only

    • A and B only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and C only
    Explanation
    The correct answer is A and C only. In the context of Hyperius' The Practice of Preaching, the standard parts of a sermon are Invocation and Conclusion. Invocation refers to the opening of the sermon where the preacher calls upon God or a higher power for guidance and inspiration. Conclusion, on the other hand, is the closing part of the sermon where the main points are summarized and a final message is delivered to the congregation. Consolation and None of the above are not recognized as standard parts of a sermon according to the given information.

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  • 20. 

    In The Practise of Preaching, which of the following does Hyperius offer as means of moving audience affections in sermons?

    • Delivery of the preacher

    • Places

    • Figures

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Hyperius offers all of the above as means of moving audience affections in sermons. In his book "The Practise of Preaching," he emphasizes the importance of the preacher's delivery, the use of vivid and relatable examples (places), and the effective use of rhetorical figures to engage the emotions of the audience. All of these elements work together to create a powerful and impactful sermon that can resonate with the listeners.

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  • 21. 

    According to Leonarde Cox in The arte or craft of Rhetoryke, which of the following are functional activities of the speaker?

    • Iugment

    • Eloquence

    • Memory

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and B only
    Explanation
    According to Leonarde Cox in The arte or craft of Rhetoryke, the functional activities of the speaker are Iugment and Eloquence.

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  • 22. 

    In The arte or craft of Rhetoryke, Leonarde Cox suggests that there are "foure kyndes of Oracions." Which of the following represent "kyndes of Oracions" within that description?

    • Logycall

    • Informatiue

    • Persuadible

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Logycall
    Explanation
    Leonarde Cox suggests that there are four kinds of Oracions, which are Logycall, Informatiue, and Persuadible. Therefore, the correct answer is "A and B only" because it includes Logycall and Informatiue, which are two of the four kinds of Oracions mentioned by Cox.

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  • 23. 

    Which of the following are likely sources for Leonard Cox's The arte or crafte of Rhetoryke?

    • Richard Sherry's A treatise of Schemes and Tropes

    • Thomas Wilson's Arte of Rhetorique

    • Andreas Hyperius' early Latin version of The Practise of Preaching

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "None of the above" because Leonard Cox's The arte or crafte of Rhetoryke is not likely to have been sourced from any of the mentioned works.

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  • 24. 

    According to Peter Ramus' Dialectica libri II, which of the following belong to dialectic or logic?

    • Inuention

    • Iudgement

    • Eloqution

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and B only
    Explanation
    According to Peter Ramus' Dialectica libri II, the elements that belong to dialectic or logic are "Invention" and "Judgment". This means that the process of coming up with new ideas or arguments (invention) and the process of evaluating and making decisions about those ideas or arguments (judgment) are considered part of dialectic or logic. The element "Eloquence" does not belong to dialectic or logic, as it is related to the art of speaking persuasively rather than the formal process of reasoning. Therefore, the correct answer is A and B only.

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  • 25. 

    According to Peter Ramus' Dialectica libri II, which of the following are topics for artificiall argumentes?

    • Adjuncts

    • Names

    • Definitions

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    According to Peter Ramus' Dialectica libri II, all of the above options are considered topics for artificial arguments. This means that adjuncts, names, and definitions are all relevant subjects when engaging in artificial arguments.

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  • 26. 

    According to Peter Ramus' Dialectica libri II, which of the following are partes of iudgement?

    • Proposition

    • Sylogisme

    • Disposition

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and B only
    Explanation
    According to Peter Ramus' Dialectica libri II, the partes of iudgement are proposition and syllogism. Disposition is not considered as a part of judgement. Therefore, the correct answer is A and B only.

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  • 27. 

    According to Peter Ramus' Dialectica libri II, which of the following represent rules or documentes to be obserued in all artes and sciences.

    • Document of Veritie

    • Document of Freedome

    • Document of Justice

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and C only
    Explanation
    According to Peter Ramus' Dialectica libri II, the rules or documents to be observed in all artes and sciences are the Document of Veritie and the Document of Justice. The Document of Freedome is not mentioned as one of the rules or documents to be observed. Therefore, the correct answer is A and C only.

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  • 28. 

    Consistent with Peter Ramus' document of justice in Dialectica libri II, which of the following represent partes of rethoricke?

    • Inuention

    • Iudgement

    • Memory

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above
    Explanation
    According to Peter Ramus' document of justice in Dialectica libri II, the partes of rethoricke are not represented by any of the options given.

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  • 29. 

    According to Abraham Fraunce in The Arcadian Rhetorike, the highest-level parts of Eloqution include which of the following?

    • Congruitie

    • Braverie

    • Figures

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and B only
    Explanation
    The highest-level parts of Eloquence, according to Abraham Fraunce in The Arcadian Rhetorike, include Congruitie and Braverie. This means that the correct answer is A and B only, as Figures are not mentioned as one of the highest-level parts.

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  • 30. 

    According to Abraham Fraunce in The Arcadian Rhetorike, the highest-level parts of Pronunciation include which of the following?

    • Voyce

    • Countenance

    • Gesture

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and C only
    Explanation
    According to Abraham Fraunce in The Arcadian Rhetorike, the highest-level parts of Pronunciation include Voyce and Gesture.

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  • 31. 

    According to Francis Bacon in Advancement of Learning, which of the following are included among the "arts intellectuall?"

    • Enquirie or Invention

    • Method or Arrangement

    • Elocution or Tradition

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and C only
    Explanation
    According to Francis Bacon in Advancement of Learning, the arts intellectual include Enquirie or Invention and Elocution or Tradition.

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  • 32. 

    Consistent with Francis Bacon's explicit definition of rhetoric in Advancement of Learning, which of the following activities fall within the proper sphere rhetoric?

    • Invention

    • Arrangement

    • Memory

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above
  • 33. 

    According to Francis Bacon in Advancement of Learning, which of the following pertain to invention of speech and argument?

    • Preparation of commonplaces

    • General topics

    • Speciall topics

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    According to Francis Bacon in Advancement of Learning, all of the options mentioned (preparation of commonplaces, general topics, special topics) pertain to the invention of speech and argument.

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  • 34. 

    Within the terms of Francis Bacon's specification of the duty and office of rhetoric in Advancement of Learning, which of the following mental capacities or agencies are explicitly mentioned?

    • Reason

    • Imagination

    • Will

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    In Francis Bacon's "Advancement of Learning," all three mental capacities or agencies - reason, imagination, and will - are explicitly mentioned in relation to the duty and office of rhetoric. Rhetoric involves the use of reason to persuade and convince, the use of imagination to create vivid and compelling imagery, and the use of will to motivate and inspire. Therefore, the correct answer is "All of the above."

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  • 35. 

    Within Advancement of Learning, Francis Bacon's description of the need for rhetoric involves which of the following propositions?

    • Affections carry an appetite for the present good

    • Reason beholds the future

    • Without rhetoric, the affections fill the will with representations of present good

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and B only
    Explanation
    In Francis Bacon's "Advancement of Learning," he describes the need for rhetoric by stating that affections carry an appetite for the present good and reason beholds the future. This means that rhetoric is necessary in order to balance the immediate desires of the affections with the long-term vision of reason. The other options, C and D, are not mentioned in Bacon's description of the need for rhetoric.

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  • 36. 

    According to François Fénelon in the second of his Dialogues on Eloquence, which of the following are elements of eloquence?

    • Proving

    • Portraying

    • Striking

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    François Fénelon states in his Dialogues on Eloquence that proving, portraying, and striking are all elements of eloquence.

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  • 37. 

    In the second of his Dialogues on Eloquence, François Fénelon provides an account of how topical invention relates to which of the following?

    • Proving

    • Portraying

    • Striking

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above
  • 38. 

    In the second of his Dialogues on Eloquence, François Fénelon provides an account of how style relates to which of the following?  

    • Proving

    • Portraying

    • Striking

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. B and C only
    Explanation
    In the second of his Dialogues on Eloquence, François Fénelon discusses how style relates to portraying and striking. The passage likely explores how the style of writing can effectively portray a message or idea and have a striking impact on the reader. It suggests that style plays a role in both effectively conveying and leaving a lasting impression.

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  • 39. 

    In the second of his Dialogues on Eloquence, François Fénelon provides an account of how delivery relates to which of the following?

    • Proving

    • Portraying

    • Striking

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Striking
    Explanation
    In the second dialogue on Eloquence, François Fénelon discusses how delivery is related to striking. This suggests that the way a speaker delivers their message can have a powerful impact on the audience, by capturing their attention and leaving a lasting impression. The other options, proving and portraying, are not mentioned in the context of the dialogue and therefore cannot be considered as the correct answer.

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  • 40. 

    In the second of his Dialogues on Eloquence, François Fénelon conceives of discourse arrangement as directly instrumental to which of the following?

    • Invention

    • Memory

    • Delivery

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Memory
    Explanation
    In the second dialogue, François Fénelon explains that discourse arrangement is directly instrumental to memory. This means that the way a speech or argument is organized and structured can help in retaining and recalling information. By arranging ideas and arguments in a logical and coherent manner, the speaker can enhance the audience's ability to remember and understand the content of the discourse. This suggests that memory is influenced by the way information is presented and organized in a speech or conversation.

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  • 41. 

    According to François Fénelon in the second of his Dialogues on Eloquence, a discourse might be expected to exhibit parts which performed which of the following functions?

    • Laying down of premises

    • Setting forth of facts

    • Arousing passion

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    In the second of his Dialogues on Eloquence, Françoise Fénelon suggests that a discourse should exhibit parts that perform the functions of laying down premises, setting forth of facts, and arousing passion. This means that a well-crafted discourse should include the establishment of logical foundations, the presentation of factual information, and the ability to evoke emotions in the audience.

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  • 42. 

    Which of the following accurately represent George Campbell's account of the steps by which rhetoric arose?

    • Natural practice was followed by criticism

    • Criticism was followed by rules of composition

    • Rules of composition were followed by mental philosophy

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    George Campbell's account of the steps by which rhetoric arose includes the following progression: natural practice, followed by criticism, followed by rules of composition, and finally, followed by mental philosophy. This means that all of the options listed in the answer choices accurately represent Campbell's account.

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  • 43. 

    In The Philosophy of Rhetoric, George Campbell recognizes which of the following as highest level ends of rhetorical discourses?

    • Convincing the understanding

    • Informing the will

    • Influencing the emotions

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Convincing the understanding
    Explanation
    George Campbell recognizes convincing the understanding as the highest level end of rhetorical discourses.

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  • 44. 

    I. A. Richards defines rhetoric in which of the following ways?

    • A study of misunderstanding and its remedies

    • The art by which discourse is adapted to its end

    • The use of language as a symbolic meaning of inducing cooperation in beings that by nature respond to symbols

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. A and B only
    Explanation
    A. Richards defines rhetoric as the art by which discourse is adapted to its end, and also as a study of misunderstanding and its remedies. This means that rhetoric involves using language effectively to achieve a desired outcome, and also involves understanding and addressing misunderstandings in communication. The answer "A and B only" correctly reflects these two definitions provided by A. Richards.

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  • 45. 

    Kenneth Burke defines rhetoric in which of the following ways?

    • A study of misunderstanding and its remedies

    • The art by which discourse is adapted to its end

    • The use of language as a symbolic means of inducing cooperation in beings that by nature respond to symbols

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. The use of language as a symbolic means of inducing cooperation in beings that by nature respond to symbols
    Explanation
    Kenneth Burke defines rhetoric as the use of language as a symbolic means of inducing cooperation in beings that by nature respond to symbols. This definition emphasizes the persuasive power of language and how it can be used to influence and bring about cooperation among individuals. It highlights the importance of understanding how symbols are interpreted and responded to by different individuals in order to effectively communicate and persuade.

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  • 46. 

    Which of the following terms are standard elements in Burke's notion of the pentad?

    • Agency

    • Motive

    • Time

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Agency
    Explanation
    In Burke's notion of the pentad, agency is one of the standard elements. Agency refers to the person or entity that is responsible for the action or behavior being analyzed. It focuses on the actor's ability to make choices and take actions. The other two options, motive and time, are not standard elements in Burke's pentad. Motive refers to the underlying reason or purpose behind the action, while time refers to the temporal aspect of the action. However, agency is a key component in Burke's analysis of human behavior and communication.

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  • 47. 

    According to Herbert Wichelns, which of the following were matters that should examined in rhetorical criticism?

    • The speaker's mode of arrangement

    • The speaker's mode of expression

    • The speaker's habit of preparation

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Herbert Wichelns believed that rhetorical criticism should examine the speaker's mode of arrangement, which refers to the organization and structure of the speech, as well as the speaker's mode of expression, which pertains to the style and language used. Additionally, Wichelns emphasized the importance of the speaker's habit of preparation, which involves the process of researching, planning, and rehearsing the speech. Therefore, all three options, A, B, and C, are matters that should be examined in rhetorical criticism according to Wichelns.

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  • 48. 

    According to Jasinski, Neo-Aristotelianism was "a program or method of criticism that was extremely popular in rhetorical studies especially during the 1940's and 1950s." Which of the following concepts are describe by Jasinski as belonging to the core of the program?

    • Modes of proof

    • Genres of rhetoric

    • Effects

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Jasinski describes in his work that the core of the Neo-Aristotelianism program includes the concepts of modes of proof, genres of rhetoric, and effects. These three elements were considered essential in the field of rhetorical studies during the 1940s and 1950s.

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  • 49. 

    Donald Bryant offers which of the following as a working definition of rhetoric?

    • A study of misunderstandings and its remedies

    • The art by which discourse is adapted to its end

    • The use of language as a symbolic means of inducing cooperation in beings that by nature responds to symbols

    • All of the above

    • A and B only

    • A and C only

    • B and C only

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. None of the above

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