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Rhetorical Appeals Quiz 1 (60 MCQs)

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1. A commercial shows a well-known actor talking about a product. Which rhetorical appeal is being used?
2. Which rhetorical appeal is primarily used when a speaker cites scientific studies to support their argument?
3. Which type of rhetorical appeal is the following example?Members of the jury, look at this poor man:elderly, handicapped, and nearly blind. How could he have committed armed robbery?
4. Choosing to use clear, logical arguments and structured evidence in a presentation uses which rhetorical strategy?
5. A 32-oz. bottle of Tide holds enough to wash 32 loads.
6. Which rhetorical device best matches the following example?"A single act of terror brought for the long, cold winter in our hearts."
7. "People who eat chocolate are 72% happier than those who don't, so we should each chocolate everyday."
8. Identify the rhetorical appeal: "This man knows his dinosaur fossils because he has been a paleontology researcher for 30 years."
9. Which type of rhetorical appeal is used in the following sentence: "A child who forgot to use bug spray is shown covered in bug bites."
10. What rhetorical appeal is being used when a speaker tells a heartwarming story to connect with the audience?
11. The Center for Disease Control advises everyone to get a flu vaccination.El Centro para el Control de Enfermedades aconseja a todos que se vacunen contra la gripe.
12. What does the rhetorical appeal 'ethos' primarily relate to?
13. Which rhetorical appeal is being used in the following statement:'As a doctor with over 20 years of experience, I can assure you this treatment is safe.'
14. When an ad or commercial is playing on your emotions it is using which rhetorical appeal?
15. "You will never be satisfied in life if you don't seize this opportunity. Do you want to live the rest of your years yearning to know what would have happened if you just jumped when you had the chance?"What type of rhetoric is being used?
16. Which rhetorical appeal is based on emotion?
17. What role do charts and graphs play in rhetoric?
18. Match the definition to the appropriate appeal:appeals to logic
19. Which color is associated with royalty because it is so rare/expensive?
20. "By donating only fifty cents a day, you can help give a child clean drinking water." ..... Which type of appeal is being used here?
21. What is the difference between Logos and Pathos?
22. Which rhetorical appeal does the following quote MOST represent?"Every realist knows that the democratic way of life is at this moment being directly assailed in every part of the world-assailed either by arms, or by secret spreading of poisonous propaganda by those who seek to destroy unity and promote discord in nations that are still at peace."
23. Which of the following is used to make an ethos appeal?
24. Give an example of ethos in a persuasive argument.
25. Rise up. Rise up and fight. Fight for what you believe in. Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes. Shout it from the rooftops! Let freedom ring!!!
26. "Stop texting and driving today. You can make a difference. It's the right thing to do."
27. Which of the following words contain loaded/charged language? Pick the correct word.
28. Type of Appeal:Ms. Crisp has taught here for years. Go to her if you have questions about Centennial.
29. Tiger Woods endorses Nike.
30. Which rhetorical appeal targets the audience's emotions?
31. How would you define the term LOGOS when discussing rhetorical appeals?
32. Which rhetorical appeal is being used in the statement: "As a doctor, I can assure you that this treatment is safe and effective" ?
33. Abraham Lincoln was the 16th President of the United States.
34. Give an example of logos in an argument.
35. Which rhetorical appeal is used when a speaker references their years of experience in a field to gain trust from the audience?
36. If you don't like Lady Gaga, it's because you hate women.
37. Which type of appeal is being used when a speaker tries to evoke feelings of patriotism?
38. In the context of rhetorical appeals, which term refers to the emotional connection with the audience?
39. Which of the following is an example of kairos (appeal to timeliness)?
40. Why can anecdotes be a powerful tool for appealing to people's emotions?
41. When a speaker or writer appeals to the audience's emotions, they are using which rhetorical appeal?
42. Which color is associated with cleanliness and safety?
43. A member of Congress explains that the proposed bill will cost 60% more to put into practice than its sponsor claims.
44. Which color is considered masculine?
45. Which type of rhetorical appeal is used in the following sentence: "A commercial shows an image of a happy couple riding in a Corvette."
46. "My three decades of experience in public service, my tireless commitment to the people of this community, and my willingness to reach across the aisle and cooperate with the opposition make me the ideal candidate for your mayor."This is an example of .....
47. Ethos is the appeal that uses ..... Ethos es el atractivo que utiliza .....
48. Which type of rhetorical appeal is the following example? The city council has just approved additional funding for programs at the municipal animal shelter. Now is the time to help the city avoid a large homeless pet population by getting your pets spayed or neutered.
49. In a speech, the speaker says, 'Imagine the joy on a child's face when they receive their first book.' Which rhetorical appeal is being used here?
50. Which rhetorical appeal is focused on making the audience trust the speaker or writer?
51. Match the technique to the appropriate appeal:figurative language
52. "Wear Air Jordans at your next game, and see how high you fly!" -Michael JordanWhat is the main type of rhetoric being used?
53. Which appeal does the follow quote MOST represent?"As a nation, we may take pride in the fact that we are softhearted; but we cannot afford to be softheaded."
54. Miley Cyrus appears in Oreo advertisements.
55. Which rhetorical appeal is primarily used in the following text?"My three decades of experience in public service, my tireless commitment to the people of this community, and my willingness to reach across the aisle and cooperate with the opposition, make me the ideal candidate for your mayor."
56. Which type of rhetorical appeal is used in the following sentence: "A can of coke says 'Share a Coke with your BFF." '
57. Which color is most closely associated with purity?
58. What is the relationship between ethos, pathos, and logos?
59. What is the effect of using pathos in persuasion?
60. Identify the dominant appeal: "Our product has been scientifically proven to improve your health by 30% in just six months."
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