Persuasive Writing Quiz

How does "Emotion" play a role in persuasive writing?

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

What does it mean to be "Biased"?

• To have a strong opinion about something

• To be open-minded and consider all perspectives

• To base opinions on facts and evidence

• To have a preference or prejudice that influences judgment

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CCSS.RL.5.6

What is "Pathos" in persuasive writing?

• The use of logical reasoning to support the argument

• The use of emotional appeals to convince the reader

• The credibility and trustworthiness of the writer or source

• The use of rhetorical questions to engage the reader

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

What are "Loaded Words" in persuasive writing?

• Words that have multiple meanings and can be interpreted differently

• Words that are used to confuse the reader and distract from the main argument

• Words that have a strong emotional impact and are used to sway the reader's opinion

• Words that are used to support the main argument and provide evidence

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is a "Thesis" in persuasive writing?

• A statement that presents the main argument or claim

• A piece of evidence that supports the main argument

• A rhetorical question that engages the reader

• A personal anecdote that adds credibility to the argument

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is "Credibility" in persuasive writing?

• The use of emotional appeals to convince the reader

• The ability to manipulate the reader's emotions

• The trustworthiness and reliability of the writer or source

• The use of logical reasoning to support the argument

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is a "Generalization" in persuasive writing?

• A specific example that supports the main argument

• A statement that applies to a large group based on limited evidence

• A rhetorical question that challenges the reader's beliefs

• A persuasive technique that uses loaded words

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is "Ethos" in persuasive writing?

• The use of logical reasoning to support the argument

• The use of emotional appeals to convince the reader

• The credibility and trustworthiness of the writer or source

• The use of rhetorical questions to engage the reader

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the "Rule of Three" in persuasive writing?

• The use of three different rhetorical questions in the argument

• The use of three different sources to support the main argument

• The use of three different emotional appeals to convince the reader

• The use of three different examples or points to strengthen the argument

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is the definition of "Jargon"?

• Language that is specific to a particular profession or group

• Language that is easy for everyone to understand

• Language that is used in poetry and literature

• Language that is used in persuasive writing

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5