Worksheet on Rhetorical Questions - Purpose
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Grade 6
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A worksheet exploring the purpose of rhetorical questions in modern fiction, focusing on identifying techniques and creative writing prompts.
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Worksheet on Rhetorical Questions - Purpose
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Grade Grade 6
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Introduction to Rhetorical Questions in Modern Fiction
In the bustling city, she paused and looked around. Did she see hope or just another lost dream fading into the night? Was this the moment everything would change? Or would it all remain the same? Her heart pounded as the city lights shimmered in the rain, each question echoing in her mind, urging her to decide.
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Understanding the Purpose of Rhetorical Questions
Answer the following questions to analyze why authors use rhetorical questions.
1.
What is the main purpose of the rhetorical questions in the excerpt?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one effect that rhetorical questions can have on a reader.
[2 marks]3.
Why do authors often use rhetorical questions at moments of tension or decision?
[2 marks]4.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the purpose of rhetorical questions in storytelling?
[1 mark]Aa) To provide factual information
Bb) To entertain the reader with jokes
Cc) To provoke thought and emphasize feelings
Dd) To explain the plot
C
Analyzing Rhetorical Questions in Modern Fiction
Read the following excerpt and identify the technique used with the rhetorical questions.
D
Creative Writing: Crafting Rhetorical Questions
Create a short scene in a modern fictional story where a character uses rhetorical questions to express doubt or confusion. Use at least three rhetorical questions in your scene.
1.
Write your scene below. Include at least three rhetorical questions that reveal your character's inner thoughts.
[10 marks]E
Identifying Techniques in Rhetorical Questions
Read the following sentences and identify which literary technique each rhetorical question employs.
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Why is this moment so important to her? Is it because she fears losing everything, or because she hopes for a new beginning?
[2 marks]2.
Identify the technique used in the question: 'Do we really have to choose between right and wrong?'
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