Worksheet: Rhetorical Questions in Sports
English
Year 9
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~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring the effect of rhetorical questions within the context of sports, aimed at developing both analytical and creative writing skills.
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Worksheet: Rhetorical Questions in Sports
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Grade Year 9
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Introduction to Rhetorical Questions in Sports
In many sports commentaries, speakers often pose rhetorical questions to stir excitement or provoke thought among the audience. For example, a commentator might ask, 'Can he do it? Of course he can!' to build suspense. Rhetorical questions are questions asked not to get an answer but to emphasise a point or evoke emotion. They are frequently used to engage spectators and create a compelling narrative around the game.
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Question 1
Answer briefly.
1.
What is the primary purpose of using rhetorical questions in sports commentary?
[2 marks]C
Question 2
Identify the technique used.
1.
In the phrase 'Can he do it? Of course he can!', what rhetorical device is being employed?
[2 marks]D
Question 3
Choose the correct option.
1.
Rhetorical questions in sports are used mainly to:
[1 mark]Aa) Seek an answer from players
Bb) Entertain the audience without purpose
Cc) Emphasise a point and engage viewers
Dd) Disrupt the flow of commentary
E
Question 4
Analyze the effect.
1.
How does the rhetorical question contribute to the commentator’s tone?
[3 marks]F
Question 5
Creative task: Writing
1.
Write a short commentary excerpt incorporating rhetorical questions to engage your audience.
[10 marks]G
Question 6
Evaluate the student's writing.
1.
Identify two effective uses of rhetorical questions in the student's commentary and explain their impact.
[4 marks]H
Question 7
Creative writing: Reflective prompt
1.
Create a short paragraph using rhetorical questions to highlight the climax of a sports event.
[10 marks]I
Question 8
Identify the purpose.
1.
What is the purpose of the rhetorical question in this sentence?
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