Understanding Persuasion

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What does 'credibility' mean?

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The quality of being trusted or believed.

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Which of the following is an example of an analogy?

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"Her face lit up like the sun when she got the good news."

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What is a short and amusing or interesting story about a real incident or person?

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Anecdote.

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What is the quality of being believable or trustworthy?

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Credibility.

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Which of the following is an example of a generalization?

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"All dogs love to chase balls."

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What is persuasion?

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The act of convincing someone to believe or do something.

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What is an example of ethos in persuasion?

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Using a credible source to support an argument.

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What does pathos refer to in persuasive writing?

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Appealing to the audience's emotions.

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What is logos in the context of persuasion?

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Using logical reasoning and facts to support an argument.

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What is a rhetorical question?

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A question asked for effect, not requiring an answer.