Rhetorical Analysis

Definition

Rhetorical analysis is the examination and evaluation of how an author uses language and persuasive techniques to convey their message and influence the audience. It involves analyzing the rhetorical choices such as ethos, pathos, logos, tone, and figurative language.

Related terms

Exigence:

The term "exigence" refers to the specific issue or problem that prompts an author to write or speak. It is what motivates them to communicate their message.

Rhetorical Appeals:

Rhetorical appeals are persuasive strategies used by authors to appeal to their audience's emotions (pathos), credibility (ethos), and logic (logos) in order to convince them of their argument.

Tone:

Tone refers to the attitude or mood conveyed by an author through their choice of words, sentence structure, and overall style. It can be serious, humorous, sarcastic, etc., and affects how readers interpret the text.