A rhetorical question is a question asked to make a point, rather than get an answer. If you have ever been late, someone might say: 'What time do you call this? ' This person doesn't want an answer to the question. They are making the point that you have arrived at an unacceptable time.

Where do you put a rhetorical question in an essay?

Rhetorical questions are also a bad choice for a first sentence. You are writing an essay, not a blog entry. The first one or two sentences of an introduction should directly address the question with a statement outlining your position regarding the topic.

What is an example of rhetorical question?

A rhetorical question is a question (such as "How could I be so stupid?") that's asked merely for effect with no answer expected. The answer may be obvious or immediately provided by the questioner.