Persuasive Techniques Quiz 5 (60 MCQs)

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1. "As commander in chief of the Army and Navy, I have directed that all measures be taken for our defense."Which rhetorical appeal is supported by the quote listed?
2. What type of evidence involves statistical data?
3. What is rhetorical technique that appeals to our desire to belong to a group?
4. The audience hears the same words/phrase with the goal to build memory.
5. Identify the technique of Inclusive Language?
6. All men are mortal. Socrates is a man. Therefore, Socrates is mortal.
7. What persuasive technique means 'a writer's position on a problem or an issue'?
8. Tiger Woods says, "Buy if from Nike."
9. To go over the top and make things sound better or worse than they are.
10. Pathos, known as an emotional appeal, when successful, is supposed to .....
11. "Don't act like a Romeo in front of her" is an
12. "Everyone else is doing it, you should too!"
13. The repetition of word or phrase at End of sentences or paragraphs.
14. What is the purpose of using repetition (anaphora) in writing?
15. The repetition of conjunctions ("and" "or") in close succession for rhetorical effect (Bring you notebook and your pen and your binder and your markers and your text.)
16. Other sunscreens can not live up to our standards.
17. An appeal to credibility or character.
18. "TuffTreads are the tires used by racing champion Susan Hu! Shouldn't they be yours, too?" This is an example of which type of appeal?
19. What is the function of synthetic personalization in writing?
20. Education is the key to success. Education opens doors. Education empowers us. Let's unlock our potential through education!
21. What is the main focus of logical reasoning in argumentative writing?
22. Two OPPOSITE ideas are put together in a sentence for achieving a CONTRASTING effect.
23. When is appeal to reason particularly effective in persuading an audience?
24. Choose the persuasive technique:Imagine a world where every child has access to clean water, education, and healthcare. Wouldn't that be a better place for all of us?"
25. Do you really want this amazing animal to stop existing?
26. What role does credibility play in persuasive writing?
27. What is the main purpose of using 'emotional appeal' in media?
28. The suggestion that using this product puts the user ahead of the times.
29. "When you wear our product, people will know that you're chic, stylish, and on top of the world! "This type of appeal is
30. ..... attitude towards an issue
31. What is logos and how is it used in reasoning?
32. Faulty reasoning
33. Which of the following definitions belongs to name calling?
34. "I am a student, a leader, an athlete, a friend." This sentence includes a:
35. Which persuasive technique is using powerful words with positive or negative connotations (underlying meaning)?
36. Read the following line and select the best answer that it represents: "The opposition only cares about lining the pockets of the already wealthy with even more money while the poor keep on getting poorer."
37. Choose the correct persuasive technique:'' Dr. Smith, a leading pediatrician, has confirmed that regular exercise significantly improves children's health."
38. When writers use positive, vague words to convince readers of something, such as when a product is labeled "all natural, " they are using ..... .....
39. Which of the following phrases exemplifies the use of repetition in persuasion?
40. Choose the persuasive technique that fits this example: "Popular" kids at your school are wearing the new $ 400.00 bright pink and purple "OOglie" denim jackets to school and you want one, too. You tell your parents that you really want one because "everyone" at school has one.
41. "I'm professional football player Marcus Brown, and I use Wash Out window cleaner."
42. Which sentence uses repetition?
43. Onomatopeia is .....
44. Using emotionally appealing words closely connected to values and beliefs to convince without any supporting information or reasons.
45. What is the purpose of using repetition in a speech?
46. What purpose do appeals to authority serve in a persuasive text?
47. The suggestion that the product is a practical product of good value for ordinary people.
48. What are rhetorical fallacies?
49. Which propaganda technique uses the idea that spokeperson or actor is "just like you and me?"
50. Identify the persuasive technique:'For example, the other day, my son said to me ..... '
51. This persuasive techniques creates a negative attitude by hinting or implying a side.
52. "Thousands of people use this product all over the world."
53. Which persuasive technique is this?Using questions that don't need an answer but instead are making a point to the audience.
54. "Blank" are used to suggest a positive meaning without actually really making any guarantee.
55. Choose the word that best fits the definition:Attempting to convince the public that one's views reflect those of the common person.
56. As a family we don't want to miss out on all the fun.
57. Australia is a fabric woven of many colors.
58. Personal pronouns
59. The following sentence uses which of the three types of persuasive methods? Almost half of the lakes in the U.S. are too polluted to fish or swim in. Pollution is not a theory. It's a problem and we are all being affected by it.
60. Why is a reference required for job applications?