Review Topics (Better late then never?)

Rhetorical Devices

• A rhetorical devise is a technique used to get a emotional reaction from their readers or listeners
• Over 60 rhetorical devices exist (ex. Alliteration, Amplification, Hyperbole, etc.)

MLA Citation

• General format: Author(s). Title. Place of Publication: Publisher, Year of Publication

Structuring an Arguement

• Creating an outline first is a good way to start off
• Introduction should catch the attention of the audience and make your arguement clear
• First supporting section should lay out the background of the arguement
• Next section should be your supporting points, each discussed in a seperate paragraph
• Third section should discuss opposing arguements, also in seperate paragraphs
• Last section should restate the main point and summarize your arguement

Literary Devices

• Used by writers to help enhance a story
• Literary devices are used in pieces of literature (such as articles/stories) while dramatic devices are used in films or plays