Emotive Language Flashcard

Front

Which of the following is an example of emotive language?
Options: The cat sat on the mat., The poor, abandoned kitten shivered on the cold, hard floor., The dog barked loudly., The bird flew away.

Back

The poor, abandoned kitten shivered on the cold, hard floor.

Front

What is the primary purpose of using emotive language in persuasive writing?

Back

To evoke an emotional response from the reader.

Front

Identify the emotive word in the following sentence: "The brave firefighter saved the helpless child from the burning building."

Back

Helpless

Front

Which sentence uses emotive language to persuade the reader? Options: The car is red. The car is fast. The car is a death trap waiting to happen. The car is new.

Back

The car is a death trap waiting to happen.

Front

How does emotive language affect the reader?

Back

It makes the reader feel a strong emotion.

Front

Which of the following is NOT an example of emotive language? The beautiful sunset painted the sky with vibrant colours. The cruel dictator oppressed his people. The tree is tall. The heart-wrenching story brought tears to my eyes.

Back

The tree is tall.

Front

What effect does the word "devastating" have in the sentence: "The devastating earthquake left thousands homeless"?

Back

It makes the earthquake sound more serious.

Front

Which of the following sentences uses emotive language to describe a person? The man is tall. The man is kind. The man is a heartless monster. The man is old.

Back

The man is a heartless monster.

Front

Identify the emotive language in the following sentence: "The innocent puppy was left alone in the freezing cold."

Back

Innocent

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Which of the following is an example of emotive language used to create a negative impression? The garden is full of flowers. The house is a dilapidated wreck. The sky is blue. The cake is delicious.

Back

The house is a dilapidated wreck.