For the following multiple choice questions, choose the best answer for each sta

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For the following multiple choice questions, choose the best answer for each statement (only choose one for each). Not all of the choices will be used

QUESTION 1

The new law passed by Congress  will completely destroy the American economy.

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 2

You should purchase that convertible mustang. It is pre-owned and in good condition.

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 3

Studies have shown that the more beer one consumes, the more attractive the opposite sex tends to be.

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 4

Bob is such an airhead. He thinks that fracking for oil will solve all of our energy problems.

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 5

When do you plan on coming out of the closet?

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 6

Speaker of the House, John Boehner: "If the President says he's a Christian, then I take him at his word."

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo or weasler

loaded question

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 7

My friend Dave is a real "expert" carpenter. You should see how his new shed leaks when it rains.

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 8

Last summer I went to New York City. While I was there I encountered so many rude people. I would say "hello" to people on the street and they would ignore me. As a result of this experience I have concluded that all New Yorkers are rude!

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 9

We should go to the late movie because it will be less crowded.

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

10 points   

QUESTION 10

Some British historians, such as Dr. Mark Hastleman, consider the Americans who fought against the British during the American Revolution terrorists. Many did not have uniforms and resorted to terrorist activities.

euphemism

dysphemism

stereotype

innuendo

loaded question

weaseler

downplayer

horse laugh/ridicule/sarcasm

hyperbole

proof surrogate

no rhetoric

Instructions

For the following multiple choice questions, choose the best answer for each statement (only choose one for each). Not all of the choices will be used

Explanation / Answer

1. Correct Answer- Hyperbole

2. Correct Answer- Proof Surrogate

3. Correct Answer- Innuendo

4. Correct Answer- Innuendo

5. Correct Answer- Euphemism

6. Correct Answer- Stereotype

7. Correct Answer- Sarcasm

8. Correct Answer- Stereotype

9. Correct Answer- Proof Surrogate

10. Correct Answer- No Rhetoric

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