Please give example........Thanks
2006-12-04 19:39:13 · 18 answers · asked by Brown guy 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
A rhetorical question is basically a question that answers itself. Such as when you ask someone a question that you don't actually want them to reply to out loud, but want them to think about.
Example (Bad example methinks):
Teacher asks the class "Who's your daddy?" This'll make them think "Does he really want to know who our father is, or is he asking this in reference to him being a pimp?" The class wouldn't respond to this question most likely, but would think of it and answer it inside their heads, or ponder it.
2006-12-04 19:43:53 · answer #1 · answered by werewolf8604 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A rhetorical question implies its own answer; it’s a way of making a point. It is used for rhetorically persuading someone of a truth without argument, or to give emphasis to a supposed truth by stating its opposite ironically.
Examples : 1. Can we improve the quality of our work? 2. Why are you so stupid?
2006-12-04 20:03:30 · answer #2 · answered by Knowledgethirst 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If i know what im talking about it means asking something that isnt ment to be answerd an example is if i was mad at u and asked u are u dumb i wouldnt really want u to say yes or no i would be making a point that ur dumb for what ever reason out of anger , this was the best as I could do sorry ,the example really had me stuck, and this was the only example I could come up with.
2006-12-04 20:00:16 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A question asked without expecting an answer but for the sake of emphasis or effect. The expected answer is usually "yes" or "no." For example, Can we improve the quality of our work? That's a rhetorical question.
A question posed without expectation of an answer but merely as a way of making a point: “You don't expect me to go along with that crazy scheme, do you?”
2006-12-04 19:44:50 · answer #4 · answered by Gregnir 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think this is a joke, but I will answer anyway. A rhetorical question is one that really wasn't asked for the purpose of getting an answer.Example: It's 100 degrees outside and your car has been sitting in the sun. When you and your passenger get in the car your passenger says " Wow, is it roasting hot in here?!" They don't really want an answer.
2006-12-04 19:49:15 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
A rhetorical question is a question asked, but not intended to be answered. Like "Would YOU like it if i smashed your hand with a sledge hammer?" Obviously you wouldn't, I'd only be asking you that to try and prove a point.
2006-12-04 19:43:05 · answer #6 · answered by punkdoesabodygud 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A question you ask that you don't expect/want anyone to answer.
Example: "How dumb do you think I am?!!"
You ask it for effect, rather than an answer.
"How many times do I have to tell you to clean your room?!!"
"Rhetoric" comes from a greek word meaning "to persuade"
2006-12-04 19:45:44 · answer #7 · answered by Mary Jane 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A question you dont really expect to be answered...
Usually in speeches or given when trying to make a point. The answer is usually obvious but used for emphasis.
2006-12-04 19:47:44 · answer #8 · answered by marcihoeft 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I asked this question in Grade 4 with, I suspect, the same intention as this one.
A prompt answer from the back row:
"A question that gets you into trouble no matter what you answer..."
2006-12-04 19:54:02 · answer #9 · answered by thinkingtime 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
A question where the answer is implied, and therefore, the question itself is a statement.
Ain't life grand?
Aren't you just the sweetest thing?
Do you ever stop talking?
2006-12-04 19:43:22 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋