Rhetorical Questions

Definition

Rhetorical questions are questions asked not to elicit an answer but to make a point or persuade the audience. They engage readers by encouraging them to think critically about the topic being discussed.

Related terms

Hypophora: A figure of speech where a speaker asks a question and immediately answers it.

Socratic Questioning: A method of questioning used to stimulate critical thinking by asking thought-provoking questions.

Irony:

The use of language that signifies the opposite meaning for humorous or emphatic effect.