Rhetorical Devices And Strategies Quiz Questions
This quiz will test your knowledge of application of these terms
Questions and Answers
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She likes to eat chocolate eclairs, take moonlit walks, and sing classical jazz.
- A.
Repetition
- B.
Parallelism
- C.
Use of personal pronoun
- D.
Metaphor
Correct Answer
B. ParallelismExplanation
The correct answer is parallelism because the sentence lists three different activities that the person likes to do, and each activity is presented in the same grammatical structure. This creates a parallel structure, making the sentence more balanced and easier to read.Rate this question:
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- 2.
His words were like daggers to her heart.
- A.
Metaphor
- B.
Repetition
- C.
Personification
- D.
Simile
Correct Answer
D. SimileExplanation
The correct answer is simile because the sentence is comparing "his words" to "daggers," using the word "like" to make the comparison. Similes use "like" or "as" to compare two different things and create a vivid image in the reader's mind. In this case, the speaker is emphasizing the emotional impact of "his words" by comparing them to the sharp, painful feeling of daggers piercing the heart.Rate this question:
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- 3.
"Is this really the choice you want to make?", The mom said to the teenager she was arguing with.
- A.
Exaggeration
- B.
Use of personal pronoun
- C.
Rhetorical Question
- D.
Hyperbole
Correct Answer
C. Rhetorical QuestionExplanation
The mom's question, "Is this really the choice you want to make?", is a rhetorical question because it is not meant to be answered. It is used to make a point or express a strong opinion rather than to seek information or engage in a genuine conversation.Rate this question:
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- 4.
To make his poing about how he felt about winning the scholarship in his speech he said, "I'm the king of the world".
- A.
Quotation from well known source
- B.
Metaphor
- C.
Exaggeration
- D.
Hyperbole
Correct Answer
A. Quotation from well known sourceExplanation
The correct answer is "Quotation from well known source". The speaker uses the phrase "I'm the king of the world" in his speech to emphasize his feelings about winning the scholarship. By using this specific quote, he is drawing on a well-known source (likely the famous line from the movie Titanic) to make his point more impactful and memorable to the audience.Rate this question:
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- 5.
"I proudly, and humbly accept your nomination."
- A.
Understatement
- B.
Simile
- C.
Repitition
- D.
Paradox
Correct Answer
D. ParadoxExplanation
The statement "I proudly, and humbly accept your nomination" is a paradox because it combines two contradictory ideas in one sentence. Pride and humility are opposite emotions, and it is unusual for someone to feel both at the same time. This paradoxical statement creates a sense of irony and complexity, highlighting the speaker's conflicting emotions and adding depth to their acceptance of the nomination.Rate this question:
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- 6.
"I had so much homework last night that I needed a pick up truck to carry all of my books of my books home"
- A.
Hyperbole
- B.
Allusion
- C.
Metaphor
- D.
Understatement
Correct Answer
A. HyperboleExplanation
The statement "I had so much homework last night that I needed a pick-up truck to carry all of my books home" is an example of hyperbole. Hyperbole is a figure of speech that involves exaggeration for emphasis or dramatic effect. In this statement, the speaker is exaggerating the amount of homework they had by comparing it to needing a pick-up truck to carry all of their books. This exaggeration emphasizes the overwhelming amount of homework they had.Rate this question:
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- 7.
"The earth laughs beneath my heavy feetAt the blasphemy in my old jangly walk"
- A.
Exaggeration
- B.
Metaphor
- C.
Personification
- D.
Hyperbole
Correct Answer
C. PersonificationExplanation
The given lines suggest that the earth is capable of laughter, which is a human characteristic. This attribution of human qualities to the earth is an example of personification. Personification is a figure of speech in which inanimate objects or abstract concepts are given human-like qualities or characteristics. In this case, the earth is personified as having the ability to laugh, emphasizing the speaker's impact or power as they walk.Rate this question:
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- 8.
"It's just a flesh wound."(Black Knight, after having both of his arms cut off, in Monty Python and the Holy Grail)
- A.
Hyperbole
- B.
Understatement
- C.
Paradox
- D.
Personification
Correct Answer
B. UnderstatementExplanation
The statement "It's just a flesh wound" is an example of understatement because the Black Knight is downplaying the severity of his injuries. Despite having both of his arms cut off, he minimizes the situation by implying that it is not a significant injury. This creates a humorous effect and emphasizes the character's resilience and determination.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Preparing to go to school was about like getting ready for extended Deep-Sea Diving. Longjohns, corduroy knickers, checkered flannel Lumberjack shirt, four sweaters, fleece-lined leatherette sheepskin, helmet, goggles, mittens...
- A.
Parallelism
- B.
Repetition
- C.
Rhetorical Question
- D.
Listing
Correct Answer
D. ListingExplanation
The passage lists various items of clothing and accessories that are worn when preparing to go to school. This listing technique is used to emphasize the extensive and detailed process of getting ready for school, similar to the preparation required for deep-sea diving. The repetition of listing multiple items creates a sense of thoroughness and completeness in the description.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Twins who look alike, but have very different personalities may be viewed together to show their_____?
- A.
Paradox
- B.
Repetition
- C.
Allusion
- D.
Juxtaposition
Correct Answer
D. JuxtapositionExplanation
Juxtaposition is the correct answer because it refers to the act of placing two contrasting or contradictory things side by side to highlight their differences. In the context of the question, twins who look alike but have different personalities can be viewed together to demonstrate the juxtaposition of their contrasting characteristics. The purpose is to emphasize the stark contrast between their physical appearance and their individual personalities.Rate this question:
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- 11.
"The student was a sea of troubles."
- A.
Understatement
- B.
Metaphor
- C.
Simile
- D.
Personification
Correct Answer
B. MetaphorExplanation
The phrase "The student was a sea of troubles" is a metaphor because it compares the student to a sea of troubles, implying that the student is facing numerous difficulties or problems. A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as". In this case, the student is not literally a sea but is being described as having similar characteristics or qualities as a sea of troubles.Rate this question:
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- 12.
There are couples who dislike one another furiously for several hours at a time; there are couples who dislike one another permanently; and there are couples who never dislike one another; but these last are people who are incapable of disliking anybody.
- A.
Repetition
- B.
Parallelism
- C.
Allusion
- D.
Hyperbole
Correct Answer
A. RepetitionExplanation
The passage repeats the idea of couples disliking one another in different ways - furiously for several hours, permanently, or never. This repetition emphasizes the different attitudes and experiences of couples in terms of disliking each other.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Rational choice theory in political science has made much of the fact that it is seemingly irrational to vote in a large-scale election. This is because the probability that your single vote will determine the outcome is generally very close to zero, while the act of voting entails some small but real costs. Even in a close election like Florida in 2000, an individual’s vote would really “count” only if the margin of victory was exactly one vote
- A.
Logos
- B.
Pathos
- C.
Ethos
Correct Answer
A. LogosExplanation
The explanation for the correct answer, Logos, is that the passage presents a logical argument to support the idea that it is seemingly irrational to vote in a large-scale election. The author uses the rational choice theory to explain that the probability of an individual vote determining the outcome is very low, while the act of voting incurs some costs. This logical reasoning appeals to the reader's rationality and understanding of cause and effect.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Seems clear to me that Cindy Smith is a bold faced liar. She lied about the legitimacy of her son's enlistment, lied about meeting the President, and lied about her family's solidarity for her cause. This is a kodak moment in her life and where is her family? Her daughter's fled overseas, lone surviving son is a thousand miles away and her husband made the obvious decision to get away from his wife's histrionics
- A.
Logos
- B.
Pathos
- C.
Ethos
Correct Answer
B. PathosExplanation
The correct answer is Pathos because the passage appeals to the reader's emotions by describing the difficult and lonely situation of Cindy Smith. It highlights the absence of her family members and portrays her as a liar, creating sympathy and evoking an emotional response from the reader.Rate this question:
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- 15.
"As an African American child growing up in America, I had to learn about my heritage by myself. Today I can help children grow up aware of the contributions African Americans have made to the development of our great country," said Robert Kersey, creator of the Black Heritage Trivia game
- A.
Logos
- B.
Pathos
- C.
Ethos
Correct Answer
C. EthosExplanation
The given statement from Robert Kersey highlights his personal experience and motivation to create the Black Heritage Trivia game. By stating that he had to learn about his heritage by himself, he establishes his credibility and personal connection to the topic. This appeals to the audience's sense of trust and reliability, making his message more persuasive. Therefore, the answer "Ethos" is correct, as it refers to the use of credibility and trustworthiness to persuade an audience.Rate this question:
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- 16.
So your friends want you to quit your job so you can go out with them on Saturday nights. They think that having a job is useless and that it is ok to let down an employer. Let them make bad choices and put their social life above their responsibilities. They are the ones that give teenagers a bad name by not showing themselves to be responsible and mature.
- A.
Use of pronouns to address the audience
- B.
Use of pronouns to entertain the audience
- C.
Use of pronouns to exclude the audience
- D.
Use of pronouns to include the audience
Correct Answer
C. Use of pronouns to exclude the audienceExplanation
The given correct answer is "Use of pronouns to exclude the audience." This is because the passage refers to "your friends" and "they" when talking about the actions and beliefs of a specific group of people. By using these pronouns, the passage is indicating that the audience (the person reading or listening) is not part of this group and is being excluded from their actions and beliefs.Rate this question:
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