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Rhetoric

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Argumentative WritingPlay
Rhetoric is used in essays or speeches to argue a point convincingly. SlideHis essay used powerful rhetoric to support environmental reforms.
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Persuasive ToolsPlay
Writers often use rhetorical devices such as metaphors to connect with their audience. SlideHer speech was rich in rhetoric, painting vivid pictures of a better future.
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Audience AwarenessPlay
Good rhetoric is tailored to the audience's values and beliefs for maximum impact. SlideHe studied his audience before crafting rhetoric that resonated with them.