LITERATURE QUESTIONS
ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE
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Metaphor
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Literal
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Rhetorical
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Detailed explanation-1: -A rhetorical question is an inquiry that ends in a question mark but is asked for effect rather than to elicit an answer. It’s often used in persuasive writing but is also common in everyday conversation.
Detailed explanation-2: -A rhetorical question is a question (such as “How could I be so stupid?") that’s asked merely for effect with no answer expected. The answer may be obvious or immediately provided by the questioner. Also known as erotesis, erotema, interrogatio, questioner, and reversed polarity question (RPQ).
Detailed explanation-3: -: a question not intended to require an answer.
Detailed explanation-4: -A rhetorical question is a device used to persuade or subtly influence the audience. It’s a question asked not for the answer, but for the effect. Oftentimes, a rhetorical question is used to emphasize a point or just to get the audience thinking.