________ is repetition of a word, clause, or phrase at the beginning of two or more sentences in a row.

• A. Antimetabole
• B. Anecdote
• C. Anaphora
• D. Antithesis

Answer: (C)

Anaphora is repetition of a word, clause, or phrase at the beginning of two or more sentences in a row. This technique creates emphasis and a rhythmic lift that makes a message feel more persuasive or memorable. In the question, the repeated element appears right at the start of successive sentences, which is exactly what anaphora describes.

For contrast, antimetabole repeats the same words in reverse order, not just at the start of sentences. Antithesis pairs contrasting ideas in parallel structure, not necessarily with repetition at the beginning. Anecdote is simply a short personal story used to illustrate a point, not a repetition device.