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Abbie Doust English 12 cards

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1TricolonThe group of words, phrases or examples in threes.
2EthosEthos is persuading based on ethics - what is right and wrong. It is about credibility.
3PathosPathos is designed to inspire emotional response in the audience
4LogosPersuading through logic. Giving reasons based off facts.
5RepetitionRepeating words or key phrases to reinforce your message.
6AnaphoraA rhetorical device that repeats the same word or words at the start of a sentence.
7AnecdoteThe sharing of personal stories for a persuasive effect.
8StatisticsProviding data or expert opinion to persuade.
9TestimonialsProviding solid evidence from a reliable source that supports your argument.
10HypophoraQuestions asked / objections stated that are then answered by the speaker.
11GeneralisationMaking a general statement about behaviours, actions attitudes and beliefs for persuasive effect.
12PolysyndetonThe repetition of and the deliberate use of a conjunction between each word, phrase and clause.