Can somebody tell me what it means when someone says that Its a Rhetorical Question... Define: Rhetorical Question.

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   Tammy

   A rhetorical question is when somebody asks a question that actually does not require an answer. It was said for the sake of it in other words. Hope this helps =)

   Report abuse     Aug 19, 2011 06:38 PM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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   Perfectionist

   in simple terms its basing it on theory aka knowledge I hope this helps

   Report abuse     Aug 19, 2011 06:44 PM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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   Sediment

   A rhetorical question is a figure of speech in the form of a question posed for its persuasive effect without the expectation of a reply.[1] Rhetorical questions encourage the listener to think about what the (often obvious) answer to the question must be. When a speaker states, "How much longer must our people endure this injustice?", no formal answer is expected. Rather, it is a rhetorical device used by the speaker to assert or deny something (e.g., "Can you do anything right?") While amusing and often humorous, rhetorical questions are rarely meant for pure, comedic effect. A carefully crafted question can, if delivered well, persuade an audience to believe in the position(s) of the speaker.[2]

   Report abuse     Aug 19, 2011 06:46 PM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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   Perfectionist

   my mistake please do ignore my answer I thought I read theoritical - I believe the other guys have answered correctly have a lovely evening

   Report abuse     Aug 19, 2011 06:47 PM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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   ArunpreetDhi...

   A statement that is formulated as a question but that is not supposed to be answered

   Report abuse     Aug 19, 2011 06:52 PM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

6. 

   Nerd

   A rhetorical question is a question that doesn't require an answer- a bit like sarcasm.
   They are used a lot in adverts as it makes the viewer pay more attention to what is being advertised.
   For example, if you are watching an advert about an accident claims company, you might be shown questions such as 'have you been involved in an accident in the past 3 years?' 'was it not your fault?' etc
   But of course, that's not the only time rhetorical questions are used. They can be used elsewhere too.
   
   Hope that helps :)

   Report abuse     Aug 19, 2011 07:51 PM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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   ZeeH

   A rhetorical question is a question is when a person ask's you a question yet stating a comment which usually doesn't require an answer. a bit like curiosity, the person asks a question but the question doesn't need to be answered , For instance - It's raining outside and I say: Is this rain going ever stop? that is a rhetorical question. =) I hope this helps x

   Report abuse     Aug 20, 2011 12:31 AM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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   minnie962

   a clever question

   Report abuse     Aug 20, 2011 07:38 AM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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   Diamond

   A question that is asked but doesn't need an answer :)

   Report abuse     Aug 20, 2011 10:47 AM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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    Fashionista!

    simple words a question that don't need a answer

    Report abuse     Aug 20, 2011 11:58 AM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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    Arslan

    a quedtion not meant to be answered

    Report abuse     Sep 9, 2011 01:08 AM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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    MU18

    a question that doesnt require an answer

    Report abuse     Sep 15, 2011 09:06 AM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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    JoshGriffiths

    example who do you think are?

    Report abuse     Sep 15, 2011 01:13 PM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)

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    YabbingMania

    A question that doesn't need an answer.

    Report abuse     Sep 16, 2011 11:14 AM  |   Thumb Up (0)   0 (0)