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What is a periodic sentence?
A sentence in which the main clause is withheld until the end.
What is an independent clause?
A clause that can stand alone as a sentence.
What is a dependent clause?
A clause that cannot stand alone as a sentence and relies on an independent clause.
What is parallelism?
The use of matching grammatical structures to create balance and rhythm.
What is anaphora?
The repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses or sentences.
What is epistrophe?
The repetition of a word or phrase at the end of successive clauses or sentences.
What is asyndeton?
The omission of conjunctions between words, phrases, or clauses.
What is polysyndeton?
The use of several conjunctions in close succession.
What is a rhetorical fragment?
A sentence fragment used deliberately for emphasis or effect.
What is the effect of sentence variety?
Keeps the writing engaging and prevents monotony.
What is the effect of a formal tone?
Creates a sense of authority, objectivity, and professionalism.
What is the effect of an informal tone?
Establishes a more personal and relatable connection with the audience.
What is the effect of a sarcastic tone?
Can create humor or express contempt, but may alienate some readers.
What is the effect of an objective style?
Presents information in a neutral and unbiased manner, focusing on facts and evidence.
What is the effect of a subjective style?
Reflects the writer's personal opinions, feelings, and experiences.
How does diction affect tone?
Word choice significantly influences the tone of a piece, conveying specific emotions or attitudes.
What is the impact of using vivid imagery?
Engages the reader's senses and creates a more memorable and impactful experience.
How does syntax contribute to style?
Sentence structure and arrangement affect the rhythm and flow of the writing, contributing to its overall style.
What is the effect of using figurative language?
Adds depth and complexity to the writing, making it more engaging and thought-provoking.
How does a writer create a persuasive style?
By using a combination of logical reasoning, emotional appeals, and credible evidence.
What is concession and how is it used?
Acknowledging the validity of an opposing point to build credibility and show open-mindedness. Used to weaken the opposition's argument.
What is rebuttal and how is it used?
Offering a different interpretation of evidence or presenting a new perspective to challenge the opposing argument. Used to weaken the opponent's claim.
What is refutation and how is it used?
Providing evidence to directly disprove the opposing argument. Used to invalidate the opponent's claim.
Explain the strategic use of ethos.
Used to establish the speaker's credibility and trustworthiness, making the audience more receptive to their argument.
Explain the strategic use of logos.
Used to appeal to the audience's reason and logic, often through the use of facts, statistics, and logical reasoning.
Explain the strategic use of pathos.
Used to evoke emotions in the audience, such as empathy, anger, or fear, to make the argument more persuasive.
What is the effect of using rhetorical questions?
Engages the audience and prompts them to think critically about the topic, often leading them to agree with the speaker's perspective.
How does repetition function as a rhetorical strategy?
Emphasizes key points and reinforces the speaker's message, making it more memorable and persuasive.
What is the function of an analogy in argumentation?
Explains complex ideas by comparing them to simpler, more familiar concepts, making the argument easier to understand and accept.
Explain the use of anecdotes in persuasive writing.
Adds a personal or relatable element to the argument, making it more engaging and emotionally resonant for the audience.