Rhetorical Devices

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Across
  1. 2. Draws attention to a string of words through the repetition of their initial sounds.
  2. 5. An appeal to one or more of the senses by creating a vivid impression through the use of details and figures of speech like metaphors, simile, personification.
  3. 10. A question whose answer is already known or implied.
  4. 11. Contrast two opposing ideas.
  5. 13. Repetition of specific words, phrases or clauses in a series.
Down
  1. 1. Several facts from least important to most important.
  2. 3. Emphasizes a fact through hyperbole.
  3. 4. Makes a balanced sentence even more memorable by repeating words in reverse order.
  4. 6. A comparison between items that share a similarity, but are actually quite different.
  5. 7. the art or skill of speaking or writing formally and effectively especially as a way to persuade or influence people. (Merrium-Webster)
  6. 8. Creates the reverse effect and adds a touch of irony, by making the fact seem less important.
  7. 9. Used for emphasis and rhythm.
  8. 12. Place emphasis on key words to create an overall effect like humor or suspense.