Persuasive Text with Comprehension Questions

During a reading comprehension lesson, students analyze the author’s tone and word choice in a persuasive text. The teacher assigns an essay asking them to explain how these elements influence the audience. What is the purpose of this type of assessment?

• To evaluate higher-order thinking skills like analysis and synthesis

• To measure factual recall of the author’s arguments

• To assess students' ability to summarize the text

• To compare students’ performance on a standardized scale

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During a unit on propaganda, a sixth-grade teacher asks students to evaluate short statements made in advertising materials and to attempt to detect any faulty reasoning. Which of the following levels of reading comprehension is primarily being targeted in the lesson?

• 1. Literal

• 1. Inferential

• 1. Evaluative

• 1. Appreciative

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A technique that relies on the idea that people make choices to be part of a crowd.

• Bandwagon Appeal

• Emotional Appeal

• Testimonial

• Faulty Reasoning

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What is the primary purpose of a persuasive text?

• To inform the reader about a topic

• To entertain the reader with a story

• To convince the reader to accept a certain viewpoint

• To describe a process or procedure

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Which of the following is a common feature of persuasive writing?

• Neutral tone

• Use of statistics and facts

• First-person narrative

• Descriptive imagery

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In a persuasive text, what role does the thesis statement play?

• It provides a summary of the text

• It states the main argument or position

• It lists all the supporting details

• It introduces the characters

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What is an example of an emotional appeal in persuasive writing?

• Using a personal story to connect with the audience

• Listing statistical data to support an argument

• Describing a scene vividly

• Explaining a complex process

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Which sentence structure is most effective in persuasive writing?

• Complex sentences with multiple clauses

• Simple sentences with clear points

• Fragmented sentences for emphasis

• Run-on sentences to include more information

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How does an author establish credibility in a persuasive text?

• By using informal language

• By citing reputable sources

• By telling jokes

• By using complex vocabulary

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What is the effect of using rhetorical questions in persuasive writing?

• To provide answers to common questions

• To engage the reader and provoke thought

• To confuse the reader

• To summarize the main points

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