Workplace of Speeches: Rhetorical Devices in the Context of Technology
English
GCSE
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A worksheet exploring rhetorical devices in speeches related to technology, designed to enhance analytical and creative writing skills for GCSE students.
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Workplace of Speeches: Rhetorical Devices in the Context of Technology
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Reading Passage: A Speech on Technology's Impact
Ladies and gentlemen, as we stand at the brink of an unprecedented era, the realm of technology has woven itself into the very fabric of our daily existence. It is a double-edged sword: a tool of liberation, yet also a source of trepidation. When I think of the digital revolution, I am reminded of the phoenix rising from ashes—renewed, resilient, and powerful. But with such power comes responsibility. Will we harness this digital dawn wisely, or be consumed by its relentless tide? As the luminous screens illuminate our faces, let us remember that beneath the circuitry lies the true power: human ingenuity, compassion, and the unyielding spirit to innovate for the greater good. The question remains—how will we shape this technology, and in turn, shape ourselves? The future is not written in code alone, but in the choices we make today.
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Identify a metaphor used in the speech and explain its significance.
[2 marks]2.
What rhetorical question does the speaker pose, and what effect does it have?
[2 marks]3.
Identify and explain one example of parallelism in the speech.
[2 marks]4.
Find an example of alliteration in the speech and discuss its effect.
[2 marks]5.
Describe how the speaker uses tone to influence the audience.
[2 marks]6.
Which device is prominent in the phrase 'relentless tide'? Explain its purpose.
[2 marks]7.
Analyse the use of the phrase 'beneath the circuitry' and its connotations.
[6 marks]8.
How does the speaker use structure to build their argument? Provide examples.
[6 marks]9.
Creative Writing Task: Write your own speech about the impact of social media on society. Use at least three rhetorical devices discussed in the worksheet. Your speech should be approximately 25 lines long.
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