Literature Quiz: Renaissance and Contemporary Theory (Long)

During the Renaissance, humanists aimed to revive and recreate the classical culture of ancient Greece and Rome in their contemporary society. They believed in the importance of education and sought to cultivate eloquence in their students and readers. Additionally, humanists played a crucial role in the translation of Greek books into Latin and Latin books into vernacular languages, aiming to make knowledge more accessible and widespread. Therefore, all of the given statements accurately describe the characteristics of Renaissance humanists.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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.

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.

The correct answer is A and B only. This means that according to Donald Bryant, the rhetorical function is represented by both adjusting ideas to people and adjusting people to ideas. This suggests that in rhetoric, there is a two-way relationship between ideas and people, where ideas are tailored to suit the audience and people are influenced or persuaded by the ideas presented to them. The other options, identifying the speaker with the audience and all of the above, are not mentioned as representing the rhetorical function according to Donald Bryant.

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.

Michael McGee's conception of "idealist" rhetoric includes the belief in technical principles and being largely innocent of practice. This means that idealist rhetoric focuses on the theoretical aspects of rhetoric and emphasizes the importance of understanding the principles and techniques involved, rather than practical experience. Therefore, options A and B only correctly represent Michael McGee's conception of "idealist" rhetoric.

McGee's conception of "materialist" rhetoric is represented by options A and B only. According to McGee, rhetoric is seen as a natural social phenomenon and it is allegedly in the interests of individuals on whom calls are made for behavior and/or belief. Option C, which refers to the "invention/disposition/style/memory/delivery" of discourse, is not included in McGee's conception of "materialist" rhetoric.

The correct answer is "All of the above." According to Ray McKerrow, "critical rhetoric" includes the functions or aims of critique of domination, critique of freedom, and demystification of the discourse of power. This means that critical rhetoric seeks to analyze and challenge systems of domination, question and examine notions of freedom, and uncover the hidden power dynamics within discourse.

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.

McKerrow's conceptualization of "critical rhetoric" suggests that fragmented text formations have an impact on message consumers. Critics play the role of "inventor" by interpreting the meaning of these fragments for message consumers. This interpretation of fragments serves to bring to light social practices that are otherwise hidden or taken for granted. Therefore, McKerrow would agree with all of the above claims.

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."

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.

François Fénelon states in his Dialogues on Eloquence that proving, portraying, and striking are all elements of eloquence.

According to Leonarde Cox in The arte or craft of Rhetoryke, the functional activities of the speaker are Iugment and Eloquence.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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."

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.

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.

According to Abraham Fraunce in The Arcadian Rhetorike, the highest-level parts of Pronunciation include Voyce and Gesture.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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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.

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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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.

George Campbell recognizes convincing the understanding as the highest level end of rhetorical discourses.

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.

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.

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."

According to Peter Ramus' document of justice in Dialectica libri II, the partes of rethoricke are not represented by any of the options given.

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.

Hyperius explicitly recognizes A and C only as types of sermons.

According to Francis Bacon in Advancement of Learning, the arts intellectual include Enquirie or Invention and Elocution or Tradition.

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.