How writers develop arguments, intros, and conclusions
Which of the following should a rhetorical analysis thesis primarily convey?
The point the author wants to make to their intended audience
The history of the author's life
The author's personal beliefs
A review of the author's work
In what way can an author effectively integrate new empirical studies into an existing cause-and-effect organizational pattern without diminishing its clarity?
By placing all emphasis on newly introduced studies at expense of previously explained causes or effects, leading to imbalance in presentation.
By interspersing anecdotes related to these studies throughout as digressions that illustrate their personal relevance but may distract from logic flow.
By aligning new studies with existing causes or effects where they naturally fit into established relationships.
By creating parallel structures that separately detail old arguments alongside each piece of new evidence presented lastly for impact.
When an author introduces new evidence that contradicts their original claim, which rhetorical strategy would best allow them to maintain credibility while adjusting their argument?
They could use a straw man fallacy to misrepresent the new evidence as supporting their initial position.
They might employ ad hominem attacks against those who present the conflicting evidence to undermine its validity.
They could concede the point but minimize its impact by showing it is an exception to a general trend.
They might ignore the contradictory evidence and continue to assert their original claim without acknowledgment.
When adjusting an argument in response to new evidence, what should be avoided?
Strengthening your thesis with additional support.
Overlooking contradictions between new and old evidence.
Acknowledging opposing viewpoints with respect.
Explaining how new findings relate to your claim.
How might an author who wants to adapt Jane Austen's sarcastic observations of class and marriage from Pride and Prejudice apply those techniques to critique big data's role in consumerism?
Developing straightforward essay condemning corporate data collection practices without implementing humorous tone.
Penning series of webcasts that spoof popularity metrics and flawed algorithms search engines substitute for courting rituals.
Focusing exclusively on romantic relationships between individuals deeply affected by data breaches, foregoing broader societal commentary.
Within narrative where characters misuse personal data much like misunderstandings over social standing resulting in hilarious untenable situations.
What is the main difference between 'occasion' and 'exigence'?
Occasion is general, exigence is specific
Occasion is always joyful, exigence is sad
Occasion is modern, exigence is historical
Exigence is real, occasion is fictional
What rhetorical device would best enable a writer who initially proposed a causal relationship but later discovered complex multiple causes instead?
Utilizing qualification language throughout their revised claim(s).
Substituting the initial hypothesis completely every time more cause identified.
Increasing usage metaphorical comparisons between unrelated concepts for dramatic effect.
Enhancing pathos elements originally surrounding single-cause assertions.

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How does an understanding of the feminist movement in the early 20th century enhance a reader's interpretation of rhetorical techniques used in Virginia Woolf's "A Room of One's Own"?
It highlights the predominant use of pathos to appeal to a predominantly male audience.
It reveals anachronisms that Woolf intentionally included to appeal to future readers.
It diminishes the importance of logos by prioritizing historical events over arguments made.
It provides insight into Woolf’s use of ethos to establish credibility among contemporaneous skeptics.
In adjusting an argument after encountering strong conflicting data, which stylistic choice can maintain an author's persuasiveness?
Utilizing precise language that clarifies any adjustments made due to new findings.
Repeating earlier points verbatim without acknowledging altered circumstances.
Employing overly technical jargon that may confuse rather than clarify for readers.
Switching topics frequently within paragraphs leading away from central adjustments.
If an author wants to adjust their argument against fast food due to new links found between fast food consumption and cognitive decline, which phrase should they use for maximum impact?
"Often noticed"
"Regularly observed"
"Alarmingly frequent"
"Quite common"