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Rhetorical Appeals Quiz 3 (60 MCQs)

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1. Which of the following is NOT one of Aristotle's three main rhetorical appeals?
2. The appeal that is concerned with the audience's feelings.
3. Which type of rhetorical appeal is the following example?As a dentist, I know that this toothpaste offers the best protection against tartar.
4. A commercial shows an image of a happy couple riding in a Corvette.
5. Trustworthiness, including author's background and qualifications, authority, and reputation all support which rhetorical appeal?
6. A short personal story used to make a point and lend credibility to an argument.
7. Match the definition to the appropriate appeal:appeal to trustworthiness
8. Miley Cyrus appears in Oreo advertisements. Which rhetorical appeal is this statement using? Pick one.
9. Identify the rhetorical appeal in this statement:'Statistics show that 90% of people who exercise regularly have better mental health.'
10. A speaker discussing climate change uses scientific data and statistics to support their argument. This is an example of:
11. Which rhetorical appeal is most effective when trying to persuade an audience through logic and reasoning?
12. Which type of rhetorical appeal is used in the following sentence: "Tiger Woods endorses Nike."
13. Taco is the best because it tastes better.
14. Choosing the perfect moment to ask for a raise, based on the company's recent success and your personal achievements, is an example of:
15. If a speaker uses statistics and factual evidence in their argument, which appeal are they primarily using?
16. Which rhetorical appeal does the following quote MOST represent?"In my Budget Message I shall recommend that a greater portion of this great defense program be paid for from taxation than we are paying today."
17. What does 'pathos' primarily appeal to?
18. Which rhetorical appeal is being used in the statement 'Crash tests show that our cars rank number one for safety.'?
19. Which statement by President John F. Kennedy uses logos (appeals to logic?
20. When I was president, our school's rate of recycling improved by 75%.
21. Which color is considered the most youthful?
22. Identify the rhetorical appeal: "If you don't turn in your homework, your grades will suffer."
23. "As a dentist, I see this problem a lot and would recommend a sensitive toothpaste."
24. Match the definition to the appropriate appeal:appeal with credibility
25. Give an example of logos in a persuasive argument.
26. "Hurry in and join our fitness club now."
27. What rhetorical appeal is being used when a company uses a celebrity endorsement to promote their product?
28. If a politician discusses the struggles of common people to connect with the audience, which appeal are they using?
29. Which rhetorical appeal is primarily used when a speaker cites their own expertise and qualifications to gain trust?
30. What role does logos play in persuasive writing?
31. Which rhetorical device is being used in the sentence below?The adjustment back to normal will be interesting and I am excited to see it head on. What will you do to experience adventure?
32. Which appeal is primarily used when a speaker tells a heart-wrenching story to influence the audience's emotions?
33. A commercial shows an image of a happy couple riding in a Mercedes Benz.Which rhetorical appeal is this statement using? Pick one.
34. Which rhetorical appeal should be used to convince your school district that school lunches should not only be free but prepared by chefs?
35. Give an example of pathos in a persuasive argument.
36. "It's a matter of common sense that people deserve to be treated equally. The Constitution calls it 'self-evident.' Why, then, should I have been denied a seat because of my disability?"
37. A magazine ad shows people smiling while smoking e-cigarettes.Which rhetorical appeal is this statement using? Pick one.
38. Which rhetorical appeal is primarily based on logic and reason?
39. What Rhetorical Appeal does this persuasive technique belong to:Fear Mongering
40. This is based on a person's thoughts, beliefs or feelings. (Esto se basa en los pensamientos, creencias o sentimientos de una persona.).
41. The appeal that proves to the audience the argument makes sense.
42. Which rhetorical appeal is primarily concerned with the emotional response of the audience?
43. "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."Which rhetorical appeal is this statement using? Pick one.
44. Fill in the blankWhen an ad or commercial uses a famous person to sell their product they are using (blank)
45. What does 'logos' primarily appeal to?
46. Which of the following is NOT an example of pathos?
47. "You know that you can trust me. I've taught Sunday School at your church for years, baby sat your children, and served as a playground director for many summers." This is an appeal to .....
48. What is an example of an artifact that a community might use to celebrate a unique annual festival?
49. Which rhetorical appeal is being used in the statement 'Sit down for a bowl of chicken soup; it is just like mom used to make.'
50. Veterinarians agree, Blue Buffalo dog food is the right choice for man's best friend!
51. What is the definition of Kairos?
52. When a speaker uses logical arguments and evidence to support their claims, which rhetorical appeal are they employing?
53. My class is a circus!
54. What is the main purpose of ethos in writing or speaking?
55. A political candidate's speech is filled with stories about struggling families and their challenges. This approach primarily uses which rhetorical strategy?
56. An appeal where the credibility or trustworthiness of a person is emphasized.
57. Which of Aristotle's rhetorical appeals is MOST being used in this ad?
58. What Rhetorical Appeal does this persuasive technique belong to:Facts and Statistics
59. Which rhetorical appeal focuses on the credibility and trustworthiness of the writer? (a)
60. In a persuasive essay, the author uses statistics and data to support their argument. This is an example of which rhetorical appeal?
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