Activity 4.3.1 Identifying Rhetorical Devices
Instructions: Read each sentence or phrase carefully and identify the rhetorical device used. Write down the name of the device next to each example. Some examples may use more than one device, so make sure to identify all that apply.
The stars danced in the night sky, guiding us through darkness.
The wind whispered secrets to the trees.
"Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country." – John F. Kennedy
Her smile was a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day.
The author's juxtaposition of wealth and poverty highlights societal disparities.
The waves crashed against the shore, singing a timeless lullaby.
The mountain stood tall and proud, a symbol of strength and endurance.
His appetite was insatiable; he could eat a horse.
The politician's stance on the issue was a contradiction of his previous statements.
Life is a journey with many forks in the road.
"She's as busy as a bee in a field of flowers."
The author referred to Greek mythology to enhance the depth of the story's meaning.
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.
The unfortunate incident led to his passing.
"Actions speak louder than words."
Options
Alliteration
Allusion
Aphorism
Chiasmus
Euphemism
Hyperbole
Imagery
Irony
Juxtaposition
Metaphor
Onomatopoeia
Oxymoron
Paradox
Personification
Repetition
Rhetorical Question
Simile
Symbolism