Question

Match the description to the term.

1. like or unlike, similar or dissimilar

2. reasons for or results of something

3. what something is

4. an anecdote or story

5. a "how to" method of writing

6. sorting into kinds or types

a. cause/effect

b. process analysis

c. illustration

d. classification

e. definition

f. contrast/comparison

Answer 1

1. f
2. a
3.e
4.c
5.b
6.d

Answer 2

1. Like or unlike, similar or dissimilar- F. contrast/comparison: They are rhetorical devices used to link ideas with things the reader could understand.
2. Reasons for or results of something- A. Cause/effect: It explains the situation behind the result of something. It is used mostly in scientific essays.
3. What something is- E. Definition: It explains a concept, idea, or a term. It gives clear and specific information about it and gives examples to clarify it.
4. An anecdote or story- C. Illustration: It could be used to clear about something.
5. A "how to" method of writing- B. Process analysis: Used to understand how a process works. It explains step by step how something is done.
6. Sorting into kinds or types- D. Classification: Put in groups or categories different things according to established criteria.