Persuasive Language

Using the same key words/phrases to make an argument more memorable.

• Repetition

• Anecdote

• Facts

• Counter Argument

Uses exaggeration or overstatement to make information more dramatic.

• Rhetorical Question

• Hyperbole

• Expert Opinion

• Anecdote

Words or phrases that help to make the reader have an emotional response.

• Counter Argument

• Ancedote

• Emotive Language

• Repetition

A question, where the reader knows the answer and is asked to side with the writer.

• Statistics

• Facts

• Counter Argument

• Rhetorical Question

Language that uses "we", "us", "together" or "you".

• Inclusive Language

• Opinion of Expert

• Statistics

• Emotive Language

Which of these should NOT help with persuasive writing?

• Counter Argument

• Neutral Stance

• Facts

• Opinion of Expert

“All teenagers are lazy” is an example of…

• Fact

• Repetition

• Generalisation

• Opinion of Expert

Sometimes authors use humour in their persuasive writing. Why is this effective?

• It can bore the reader.

• It can scare the reader.

• It can make the topic more believable.

• It can help engage the reader.

What is an anecdote?

• A short, personal story.

• An emotional appeal.

• A quote from an expert.

• An exaggeration.

What is a rebuttal?

• When you talk about your bottom in a paper.

• When you take a neutral stance.

• When you refute arguments for the opposing side.

• When you agree to an argument on the opposing side.