hypophora
/haɪˈpɒfərə/
asking a question then immediately answering it
hypophora in a sentence
“What makes a great leader? Vision, courage, and humility.”
Origin of hypophora
Greek hypophora (carrying under), from hypo- (under) + pherein (to carry)
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a series of three parallel elements
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parallel structures of equal length and rhythm
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arranging ideas in order of increasing importance
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a disappointing decline after a buildup
asyndeton
omitting conjunctions for speed and impact
polysyndeton
using many conjunctions for emphasis