Deck 1: The Rhetorical Perspective

Question 1

Our textbook asserts that all human communication can be labeled rhetoric.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

As defined in Chapter 1, rhetoric functions by narrowing choices.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

It matters that rhetoric "names" or labels things, according to Chapter 1, because

A) everything needs a name.
B) naming adds human interest.
C) labeling is convenient.
D) labeling has influence.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

The term "rhetors", as used in our textbook, refers to ______________ of rhetoric.

A) ideas
B) words
C) sentences
D) creators
E) choices

Question 5

"Policy options" as used in Chapter 1 is another term for

A) programs.
B) alternatives.
C) conclusions.
D) consequences.
E) orders.

Question 6

Rhetoric typically is

A) created for oneself.
B) only temporary.
C) meant to last for the ages.
D) proven to work.

Question 7

One of the three features that makes a message rhetorical, according to our authors, is a"delineation" of what the audience would perceive as

A) special.
B) pleasurable.
C) good.
D) obvious.
E) unusual.

Question 8

According to Chapter 1, most people are ________________ the persuasive hints in subtlemessages.

A) aware of
B) oblivious to
C) unaffected by
D) annoyed by

Question 9

One of the factors that helps make rhetoric powerful, according to our authors, is the_______________ required from its creators.

A) flexibility
B) intelligence
C) determination
D) vocabulary
E) deviousness

Question 10

_________________ can be thought of as more neutral ways of stating harsh things.

A) Syllogisms
B) Enthymemes
C) Euphemisms
D) Classifications
E) Patterns

Question 11

Another word for artifact would be

A) emblem.
B) topic.
C) issue.
D) plan.
E) record.

Question 12

As discussed in Chapter 1, the opening poem by Cynthia Macdonald departs from thestandards of rhetoric primarily because it lacks any clear

A) descriptions.
B) metaphors.
C) purpose.
D) structure.
E) paragraphs.