This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > English Grammar > Grammar > Writing Style > Persuasive Techniques – Quiz 5 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Persuasive Techniques Quiz 5 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. Extreme language A) When the author uses language that leaves no doubt about a situation or event that exaggerates or overstates a case. B) When the author uses language that leaves doubt about a situation or event that exaggerates or overstates a case. C) When the author doesn't know what to write so they make up words that don't make sense. D) When the author doesn't know what to write so they make up words that just sound smart. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) When the author uses language that leaves no doubt about a situation or event that exaggerates or overstates a case. 2. The show is extremely entertaining. A) Assumptive adverb opener. B) Adverb intensifier. C) Punch words. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Adverb intensifier. 3. What type of specific persuasive strategie is the follow example?, A beauty product present idealized images of the perfect woman. A) Bribery. B) Transfer. C) Plain folks. D) Snob appeal. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Transfer. 4. Pathos aims to appeal to the audience's: A) Emotions. B) Ethics. C) Sense of timing. D) Logic. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Emotions. 5. Relies on the backing of a celebrity, an expert, or a satisfied customer. A) Support. B) Argument/Proposition. C) Testimonial. D) Persuasive Technique. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Testimonial. 6. Identify the persuasive technique used in the following sentence.Listerine is recommended by most dental professionals A) Appeal to emotion. B) Appeal to authority. C) Appeal to reason. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Appeal to authority. 7. The main focus of Reverend Martin Luther King Jr's speech is A) Celebrating the anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. B) Convincing everyone to live in peace and tranquillity. C) Ending segregation and racial injustice in America. D) Getting more money for America's black population. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Ending segregation and racial injustice in America. 8. Writer/speaker establishes credibility, authority, moral character to help persuade. A) Orthos. B) Pathos. C) Logos. D) Ethos. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Ethos. 9. Using words that make people feel sad, angry, upset, sympathetic or guilty. A) Emotive language. B) Figurative language. C) Formal language. D) Inclusive language. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Emotive language. 10. Which rhetorical device involves asking a question without expecting an answer? A) Query question. B) Inquisitive question. C) Interrogative question. D) Rhetorical question. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Rhetorical question. 11. What is the purpose of using alliteration in persuasive writing? A) To confuse the reader. B) To emphasize certain words and make them more memorable. C) To make the text longer. D) To provide statistical evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To emphasize certain words and make them more memorable. 12. Which type of evidence is this?Max Conradt was used to defensive linemen hurtling their 300-pound frames at him week after week. He was a high school QB. That is, until the wrenching hit that changed everything. A) Statistics. B) Personal testimony. C) Expert testimony. D) Anecdote. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Anecdote. 13. Credibility, or ethos, in an argument is established by presenting the speaker as what? A) Unbiased and indifferent. B) Inexperienced but enthusiastic. C) Trustworthy and authoritative. D) Entertaining and humorous. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Trustworthy and authoritative. 14. "My mom trusts only the real and healthy cereal. That's why she buys only Cherios" A) Bandwagon. B) Testimonial. C) Emotional Appeal. D) Plain Folks. E) Snob Appeal. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Plain Folks. 15. Select the word that has the opposite connotation? A) "Violent". B) "Psychopathic". C) "Innocent". D) "Criminal". Show Answer Correct Answer: C) "Innocent". 16. What is the main objective of the technique called "Plain Folks" ? A) The suggestion that the product is a practical product but of low value for ordinary people. B) The suggestion that the product is an expensive product but of good value for important people. C) The suggestion that the product is not a practical product of good value for ordinary people. D) The suggestion that the product is a practical product of good value for ordinary people. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) The suggestion that the product is a practical product of good value for ordinary people. 17. What is the primary purpose of using 'glittering generalities' in persuasive writing? A) To evoke positive emotions. B) To present logical arguments. C) To provide detailed information. D) To establish credibility. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) To evoke positive emotions. 18. Describe a situation where pathos might be more effective than logos. A) A business presentation using statistical data. B) A charity event sharing a child's suffering story. C) A scientific report with detailed analysis. D) A political debate focused on policy proposals. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) A charity event sharing a child's suffering story. 19. A persuasive technique based on the speaker's natural honesty, sincerity, and commitment to what is right and good. Uses assumptions. A) Bandwagon appeal. B) Ethical appeal. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Ethical appeal. 20. Emotional appeal; persuade audience by appealing to emotions; used with tone of voice, anecdotes, and moving examples A) Logos. B) Ethos. C) Repetition. D) Pathos. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Pathos. 21. "Even the very famous and popular soccer star HyunWoo Kim wears our shoes" A) Bandwagon. B) Testimonial. C) Emotional Appeal. D) Plain Folks. E) Snob Appeal. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Testimonial. 22. Offering your perspective and point of view on a topic is known as what technique? A) Opinion. B) Stats. C) Power of 3. D) Alliteration. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Opinion. 23. According to page 936 what is an ARGUMENT? A) A fight between two people. B) And author's claim and support on an issue. C) A viewpoint from someone. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) And author's claim and support on an issue. 24. If a well-known celebrity endorses a product, this is an example of: A) Celebrity Endorsement. B) Bandwagon. C) Fear Mongering. D) Glittering Generalities. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Celebrity Endorsement. 25. Marcus wants to go to a small community college close to home, but most of the kids in his class are applying to larger colleges out of state. Marcus decides that he should also apply to those colleges. A) Call to Action. B) Bandwagon. C) Ethos. D) Logos. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Bandwagon. 26. What is the Rule of Three in writing? A) Presenting three adjectives or phrases to make ideas memorable. B) Dividing a text into three parts for better structure. C) Using three examples to support an argument. D) Repeating a phrase three times for emphasis. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Presenting three adjectives or phrases to make ideas memorable. 27. A piece of information that can be proven to be true is a: A) Contention. B) Fact. C) Statistic. D) Opinion. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Fact. 28. What is exaggeration? A) Overstating something as better or worse than it actually is (hyperbole is taking this to the extreme). B) Questions that have an obvious answer. C) All the above. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Overstating something as better or worse than it actually is (hyperbole is taking this to the extreme). 29. How can logical reasoning help to counter opposing arguments in writing? A) By using emotional appeals instead of logical reasoning. B) By ignoring the opposing argument and presenting your own argument forcefully. C) By agreeing with the opposing argument and changing your own argument. D) By identifying flaws in the opposing argument, presenting evidence to support your own argument, and anticipating counterarguments and addressing them preemptively. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) By identifying flaws in the opposing argument, presenting evidence to support your own argument, and anticipating counterarguments and addressing them preemptively. 30. Imagine the joy on a shelter dog's face when they find their forever home. By adopting a rescue pet, you're not only giving them a second chance at happiness but also gaining a loyal companion who will love you unconditionally. Let's make a difference in their lives. A) Ethos. B) Logos. C) Pathos. D) Storytelling. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Pathos. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesEnglish Grammar QuizzesPersuasive Techniques Quiz 1Persuasive Techniques Quiz 2Persuasive Techniques Quiz 3Persuasive Techniques Quiz 4Persuasive Techniques Quiz 6Persuasive Techniques Quiz 7Persuasive Techniques Quiz 8Persuasive Techniques Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books