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RTC611S - RHETORICAL THEORY AND CRITICISM - 2ND OPP - JULY 2024 |
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nAmI BIA un IVERSITY
OF SCIEnCE Ano TECHn0L0GY
FACULTY OF COMMERCE, HUMAN SCIENCES, AND EDUCATION
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGES
QUALIFICATION : BACHELOR OF COMMUNICATION/ BACHELOR OF ENGLISH AND LINGUISTICS
QUALIFICATION CODE:
07BCMM/07BENL
COURSE CODE: RTC 611S
SESSION: JULY 2024
DURATION: 3 HOURS
LEVEL: 6
COURSE NAME:
RHETORICAL THEORY AND CRITICISM
PAPER: THEORY (PAPER 1)
MARKS: 100
SUPPLEMENTARY/SECOND OPPORTUNITY EXAMINATION QUESTION PAPER
EXAMINER
DR. C. PEEL
MODERATOR: DR. M. MHENE
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Answer THREE questions. Question 1 is compulsory.
2. Read all the questions carefully before answering them.
3. Indicate whether you are a FT, PT, or DE student.
4. Please write legibly.
THIS QUESTION PAPER CONSISTS OF _2_ PAGES (Including this front page)
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Question 1
(Compulsory)
50 marks
(a) With the use of clear and appropriate examples, illustrate and explain the
principles and functions of a rhetorical argument.. ...........................................(.20 marks]
(b) Discuss and distinguish between two categories of arguments, showing with one
example of each type how the arguments are structured, and how flawed arguments
may be detected ...................................................................................................(.3..0 marks]
Question 2
25 marks
Critical thinking involves seven fundamental factors that help us to determine the
truth in everyday life.
(a) Identify and explain the seven factors ..............................................................1..4 marks
(b) Demonstrate the use of critical thinking with one clear example for each of the
seven factors ........................................................................................................1..1. marks
N.B. Candidates must structure their answers along the scheme set out above to
earn optimal marks.
Question 3
25 marks
One of the three proofs in Aristotle's rhetoric is Pathos. In 600 words or more, define
it and discuss how it is used in speeches and written communication.
Question 4
25 marks
With the use of the clustering technique, discuss whether and how your knowledge of
rhetoric has increased as a result of your progress through the Rhetorical Theory and
Criticism course.
Question 5
25 marks
(a) How did Aristotle distinguish between artistic and inartistic proofs? ......... 5 marks
(b) Use your own examples to apply both proofs in a critique of a campaign speech
you make to be elected as Student Representative Council president .......15 marks
(c) Who should the artistic proofs impact most,·the speaker or the audience?
Suggest how this can be done ...........................................................................5. marks
End of Examination Question Paper
Total: 100 marks
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