Persuasive Writing Techniques
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8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What are the potential drawbacks of relying too heavily on repetition in persuasive writing?
Loss of reader interest, insincerity, lack of addressing counterarguments or providing new information
Inability to connect with the audience
Confusion of the main message
Overwhelming the reader with information
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.7.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In what ways can a writer appeal to both reason and emotion in the same piece of writing?
By using only logical arguments and evidence
By using only vivid language and personal anecdotes
By using humor and sarcasm
By using logical arguments and evidence to appeal to reason, while also using vivid language and personal anecdotes to appeal to emotion.
Tags
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
3.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Repeat key words or phrases to help key themes and arguments stick in the mind of your audience.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
4.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
A question that does not require an answer. This has the effect of involving the reader and making them think about the issue or the product you
are promoting.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
5.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Make the reader sit up and listen to your argument by shocking them with pictures or powerful words and phrases.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.7.5
6.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Providing the names of respectable and well known professionals, organisations, groups of people to add substance and weight to your argument and help make people believe you.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Sound techniques should not be used in persuasive writing.
True
False
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.7.8
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.7.5
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