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The art of speaking or writing (communicating) effectively
RHETORIC The art of speaking or writing (communicating) effectively
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Analyzing Literature Plot Sequence (what happens next?)
Literary Elements Irony Symbolism Etc. Theme/Central Idea: Message/Moral/Life Lesson
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Digging Deeper… Who is the SPEAKER? Intended/Target Audience?
Subject/Topic? Objective/Purpose? Methods/Devices/Techniques/ Strategies?
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What is a RHETORICAL DEVICE?
Question: What is a RHETORICAL DEVICE?
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To Simplify… A Rhetorical Device is a TOOL an author/speaker uses to convey a point/message.
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Rhetorical Devices/Terms:
Repetition Juxtaposition Anecdote Euphemism Antithesis Colloquialism Repetition Jargon Hyperbole Rhetorical Question DICTION > TONE > MOOD
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Hmmmm…. What is the difference between a literary term/element and a rhetorical device?
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Your Task: Read Mark Twain’s Advice to Youth
Working individually, Identify the following: Speaker/Author Target Audience Topic/Subject Objective/Purpose RHETORICAL DEVICES USED Working in groups of two/three, combine your findings into a one-paragraph essay that specifically analyzes HOW Twain effectively conveys his message.
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