Persuasive techniques

Front

What is the purpose of a rhetorical question?

Back

To make the reader think of an obvious answer.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What does the statement 'The government wants at least 40% of citizens to use the COVIDSafe app' exemplify?

Back

Statistical evidence.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What do we call information that includes facts, statistics, or expert opinions?

Back

Evidence.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

How is 'tone' defined in writing?

Back

The general attitude of a piece of writing.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What persuasive technique is used in the phrase 'Together we can make this world a better place'?

Back

Inclusive Language (pathos).

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is pathos in persuasive writing?

Back

An appeal to the audience's emotions.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is ethos in persuasive writing?

Back

An appeal to the speaker's credibility or character.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is logos in persuasive writing?

Back

An appeal to logic and reason.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is the effect of using hyperbole in persuasive writing?

Back

To exaggerate for emphasis or effect.

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CCSS.L.11-12.5A

Front

What is the role of anecdotes in persuasive writing?

Back

To provide personal stories that support an argument.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5