Persuasive Speech Quiz 3 (60 MCQs)

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1. What is the purpose of a persuasive speech?
2. To demonstrate a positive outlook and show "charisma, " you should do which of the following?
3. All university students should wear uniforms to class.
4. A general known fact is that bus service in Uniten starts at 7am and their service is every one hour. You need to attend class at 8am so logically you need to wait for the bus at 7am to attend class at 8am. Which type of logical reasoning that you used
5. This speech aims to cause the audience to do something as a result or reaction to the message. It is also known as Actuation Speech.
6. A generalisation is when we .....
7. The ability to use language effectively.
8. True or false:I do not have to cite my sources at the end of my paper.
9. Who invented Rhetoric?
10. An introduction of a persuasive text should include the following EXCEPT:
11. Which structure is commonly used in persuasive speeches?
12. Which persuasive technique involves attacking an opponent's character rather than their argument?
13. Which of the following strategies can help a speaker connect with their audience during a persuasive speech?
14. "We need to take charge" is an example of
15. A policy is most likely created by which of the following?
16. Which device is being used in the following?-Aren't you tired of going to the same supermarket everyday?
17. Issues that are uniquely local and impact directly on the community are known as
18. What is the most tried and tested method for structuring a persuasive speech topic?
19. Reflect back on our study of Patrick Henry's Speech to the Second Virginia Convention, aka the "Give me liberty, or give me death!" speech.Identify the call to action.
20. What is the most important element for a successful literary speech?
21. Credibility is affected by:
22. Listeners sit and soak everything in when the speaker is talking.
23. In the context of persuasive speech, what does the term 'logos' refer to?
24. Identify the persuasive technique used in the following statement: "As a doctor, I can assure you that this treatment is safe and effective."
25. An 'appeal' is when we .....
26. What is the purpose of a call to action in a persuasive speech?
27. In Du Bois's view, if black people do not have political power, civil rights and educational opportunities, economic progress is
28. Identify the rhetorical device used in the following sentence:'It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.'
29. What component refers to the claim of the speaker?
30. Vocabulary:What is a synonym for:justice.
31. What role does enthusiasm play in a speech?
32. What technique involves appealing to the audience's emotions?
33. What is the main purpose of presenting your persuasive speech draft?
34. If you make the audience feel a need for change; this is known as which one of Monroe's motivated sequence.
35. What are the two methods for organizing persuasive speeches in this class?
36. If you were including a scientific/factual section in your speech, which device would be the most appropriate?
37. W.E.B. DuBois was born a slave.
38. What is ethos in persuasive writing?
39. What is the importance of a strong conclusion in a persuasive speech?
40. What are the three elements one must consider when analyzing rhetoric?
41. What should the introduction of a persuasive speech include?
42. What is the importance of engaging the audience in a presentation?
43. How should persuasion be used according to ethical considerations?
44. What are logical appeals (logos) in the context of persuasive speeches?
45. Why do writers use repetition in oration and spoken word?
46. What effect do strong modality words have on the audience in persuasive writing?
47. What appeal shows you're a credible speaker?
48. What should you avoid in your speech?
49. Which persuasive technique involves using words that cause strong feelings?
50. Only tragedy and misery will come from doing nothing to save out planet.
51. What is the role of tone in persuasive communication?
52. Which of the following best describes a confident and assertive tone in a speech?
53. Which of the following is not a goal of persuasive speaking
54. Which statement best explains the difference between speech to convince and speech to actuate?
55. The amount of ..... often determines the level of trust and trustworthiness
56. "It feels like the weight of the world is on our shoulders." Which technique is being used?
57. Which phrase is most likely to be used in a persuasive argument?
58. How does the speaker organize the speech?
59. Create a persuasive sentence to encourage reading.
60. When the audience believes that the author is knowledgeable and genuine, the audience is more willing to listen and be persuaded.