Persuasive Techniques Quiz 12 (60 MCQs)

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1. When the speaker/write portrays the opposing view as foolish, dangerous, uncaring, or deceitful, it's called .....
2. "Blondes are less intelligent than people with other hair colors."
3. Threre are others specific persuasive strategies, Which is the one that use a product puts the user ahead of the times?
4. "As a construction worker, I often get headaches on the job. That's why I use PainAway asprin."
5. Statements which are voiced as questions but are not expected to be answered; they are used to imply certain answers and draw audiences to certain conclusions
6. What is audience?
7. A series of THREE parallel words, phrases, or clauses. It's a simple enough structure, yet potentially a powerful one.
8. When you talk about facts, statistics or expert opinions
9. Presenting information to make a product appear better than it is .....
10. A claim that cannot be proved but leads the reader to infer that it is true for most people.
11. Logos relies solely on the speaker's reputation to persuade the audience.
12. "Pathos" can evoke emotional responses such as:
13. Jumping like jolly jellybeans is an example of .....
14. The thesis statement is usually comes:
15. 'The prime minister has no idea what he is talking about and should shut up!'-What persuasive technique has been used here?
16. Deforestation is destroying animals' habitats:their homes are being destroyed!
17. So if you were waiting for the perfect time to seize this opportunity, the time is now. Send for your free issue today.
18. What does Bribery refer to in persuasive techniques?
19. Makes you consider saving/spending money
20. A logical argument to persuade the reader through common sense and factual ideas.
21. ..... a claim based on information that is incorrect, or simply does not make sense.
22. Which persuasive technique is defined as "Using an expert on a topic to give your cause credibility" ?
23. Choose the persuasive technique that fits this example:A famous social media influencer uses "MUDD" to cleanse the skin and reduce the appearance of acne, and this influencer encourages others to use it because it's been a "gamechanger" for his/her skin.
24. Never give up. Never give in. Never.
25. Identify the sentence that uses the propaganda technique of 'glittering generalities'.
26. The statement "you are not really an American if you are vegetarian" is an example of which fallacy?
27. A ..... appeal seeks to convince you to do something because everyone else does
28. 'The prime minister is a great guy and we should listen to him!'-What persuasive technique has been used here?
29. An advertisement that uses this will try to get you to see an idea as the right thing to do.
30. What does the "Logical Appeal" persuasive technique use to convince the audience?
31. The following uses which of the persuasive methods? Nobody wants children to die from incurable diseases. But the truth is, it happens every day. Think of how many lives could be saved if we helped to fund more research.
32. What is the persuasive strategie that use a miraculous discovery as strategie?
33. "Find out what everyone else in the community has been talking about. Experience the rides at WildWater Park!" This is an example of which type of appeal?
34. Uses someone famous or important to endorse the product or service.
35. Statement made by an expert.
36. Girls and Boys can play on the same football team.
37. Identify the persuasive technique used in the following sentences."More than one hundred peer-reviewed studies have been conducted over the past decade, and none of them suggests that this is an effective treatment for hair loss. Only 1 in 10 treatments were successful!"
38. What is the primary purpose of using 'Bandwagon' as a persuasive technique in media?
39. These animals are as beautiful as a sunrise over the desert.
40. The repetition of words or phrases at the beginning of consecutive sentences or paragraphs
41. Which of the following best explains 'Logos'?
42. Because someone is an expert, you are willing to believe what they say.
43. How does using evidence enhance the persuasiveness of a claim?
44. What is a testimonial in persuasive writing?
45. Using a statement that widely includes more than what might be true. Is a definition of .....
46. A type of persuasive technique that makes a product or idea seem elite or special. This technique is the opposite of Bandwagon.
47. How do visuals enhance persuasive messages?
48. Of course you don't want to be left behind.
49. Opposite side of the argument, if the other side agrees, then you disagree.
50. The suggestion that the product is a practical product of good value for the ordinary people, That is called?
51. When what you say tries to get a emotional response from a listener.
52. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using repetition in persuasion?
53. What is high modality?
54. This is difficult task vs This is a challenging task.
55. 'Do it for STRAYA!'-What persuasive technique has been used here?
56. How can you evaluate the effectiveness of persuasive techniques?
57. Which persuasive technique involves appealing to the audience's emotions to sway their opinion?
58. Which persuasive technique is used in the sentence below?The Minister for Education has stated that " ..... students learn best when they are in the classroom."
59. Identify the persuasive technique used in the following sentence.Nearly 25% of all car accidents are caused by drivers using a cell phone while driving.
60. When reading an emotional appeal it is best to look for faulty logic