FDR's Persuasive Techniques Quiz
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English
10th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which rhetorical appeal primarily relies on the speaker's credibility and character?
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
Kairos
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What rhetorical appeal is primarily based on logic and reasoning?
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Metaphor
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What rhetorical appeal primarily evokes emotions from the audience to persuade?
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
Metaphor
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a rhetorical device used by FDR in his "Day of Infamy" speech?
Repetition
Alliteration
Hyperbole
Antithesis
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the context of FDR's speech, how does the use of the phrase "Day of Infamy" serve as a persuasive technique?
It provides a logical explanation for the events.
It evokes a strong emotional response.
It establishes the speaker's credibility.
It offers a detailed analysis of the events.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does FDR use the technique of parallelism in his "Day of Infamy" speech?
By repeating the same word at the beginning of successive clauses
By listing the various locations that were attacked in a similar structure
By exaggerating the effects of the attack
By asking a series of rhetorical questions
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of FDR's "Day of Infamy" speech?
To inform the public about the details of the attack on Pearl Harbor
To persuade Congress to declare war on Japan
To entertain the audience with a dramatic retelling of events
To apologize for the lack of preparedness
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
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