Question

A. DIRECTIONS: Read the sentences and identify the rhetorical device used in each case.
Write the letter of the correct device next to each example.
a. rhetorical questions b. strong language c. generalization
1. Why would anyone intentionally ignore the benefits of a healthy diet?
2. Whether you prefer swimming in the water or relaxing under a beach
umbrella, everyone enjoys a sunny day at the beach.
3. This important election is next week—it is crucial that every citizen knows
they have the power to vote to save our last remaining refuge of green space in
this otherwise overdeveloped city

Answer 1

1. a
2. c
3. b

Brief reasons: 1 is a rhetorical question; 2 makes a broad generalization ("everyone"); 3 uses strong/emotive language ("crucial," "save," "last remaining refuge," "overdeveloped").