This quiz works best with JavaScript enabled. Home > Grammar > Writing Style > Persuasive Speech – Quiz 27 🏠 Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books Persuasive Speech Quiz 27 (30 MCQs) Quiz Instructions Select an option to see the correct answer instantly. 1. How can a speaker effectively use ethos to enhance their persuasive message? A) By appealing to emotions. B) By using credible sources and expertise. C) By creating a sense of urgency. D) By repeating key points. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By using credible sources and expertise. 2. A framework that seeks audience agreement on criteria thatshould be considered when evaluating a particular proposition and then shows how the proposition satisfies those criteria. This framework is also known as A) Refutative. B) Comparative advantages. C) Criteria satisfaction. D) Statement of reasons. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Criteria satisfaction. 3. What persuasive technique involves establishing credibility and authority on a topic? A) Ethos. B) Kairos. C) Logos. D) Pathos. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Ethos. 4. What is the purpose of the introduction in a persuasive speech? A) To restate the thesis and call to action. B) To address opposing views. C) To present the hook, thesis statement, and preview. D) To provide supporting evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To present the hook, thesis statement, and preview. 5. This persuasive technique uses emotion to persuade A) Ethos. B) Logos. C) Pathos. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Pathos. 6. Which type of persuasive speech is "Global warming is caused by humans" ? A) Factual. B) Value. C) Policy. D) Definition. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Factual. 7. Persuasive speeches try to convince you about what the author ..... A) Has. B) Knows. C) Used to believe. D) Thinks. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Thinks. 8. In the deductive reasoning method known as the problem-solution you ..... A) 1. State the purpose. 2. Give Reasons to support it. B) 1.Present the problem. 2. Offer a solution to the problem. C) Show each of the reasons are presented as a benefit to the audience. Sometimes the benefit of each reason is stated as a comparison. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) 1.Present the problem. 2. Offer a solution to the problem. 9. What is the effect of using too many emotional appeals without facts? A) The audience will focus solely on emotions and ignore the message. B) The speech becomes more convincing because emotions are powerful. C) The audience may question the argument's validity and see it as biased. D) The argument is balanced and well-supported. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) The audience may question the argument's validity and see it as biased. 10. Which of the following is NOT a good closer for a persuasive speech? A) A call to action. B) A relevant quote. C) A story. D) Summarize the benefits of the proposed act. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) A story. 11. What is the purpose of using alliteration in persuasive writing/speaking? A) To confuse the audience. B) To add rhythm to the text/speech. C) To decrease memorability. D) To distract from the main idea. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) To add rhythm to the text/speech. 12. PART B:Arrange the parts (order of a persuasive speech) (11-18). Which part comes LAST in a persuasive speech? A) Hook. B) Reason. C) Evidence. D) Conclusion. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Conclusion. 13. Yang manakah di antara berikut ini BUKAN bagian dari pidato persuasif? A) Bibliografi. B) Isi. C) Pembukaan. D) Kesimpulan. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Bibliografi. 14. The speaker provides a track for the audience to follow, It usually includes definitions and maps out the direction of the speech. It can also include the differences between an opponent if the speech is during a debate. A) Exoridium. B) Narratio. C) Partitio. D) Confirmaio. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Partitio. 15. Correct story arrangement is a ..... to the audience A) Bore. B) Gift. C) Joke. D) None of the above. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Gift. 16. Which of the following best describes logos in persuasion? A) Logos is the appeal to logic and reason in persuasion. B) Logos is the use of anecdotes in persuasion. C) Logos refers to the credibility of the speaker. D) Logos is the emotional appeal in persuasion. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Logos is the appeal to logic and reason in persuasion. 17. How does the use of anecdotes enhance a persuasive speech? A) By providing statistical evidence. B) By making the speech more relatable. C) By establishing the speaker's authority. D) By presenting logical arguments. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) By making the speech more relatable. 18. How can a speaker address counterarguments in a persuasive speech? A) Avoid, deny, reject. B) Acknowledge, provide evidence, offer alternative perspectives. C) Ignore, dismiss, argue. D) Mock, belittle, insult. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Acknowledge, provide evidence, offer alternative perspectives. 19. Why is it important to include evidence in a persuasive speech? A) To showcase personal opinions without any backing. B) To confuse the audience with conflicting information. C) To support persuasive points and strengthen arguments. D) To distract the audience from the main message. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) To support persuasive points and strengthen arguments. 20. Analyze the persuasive language used in the following excerpt from a speech:'We cannot afford to ignore the plight of the homeless. It is our moral duty to take action.' A) Emotional appeal and moral obligation. B) Rhetorical questions and personal anecdotes. C) Logical reasoning and scientific evidence. D) Statistical data and factual information. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Emotional appeal and moral obligation. 21. A speaker is making a statement that the legal definition of prostitution needs to be revised; he is trying to get the agreement and immediate action.This is an example of? A) Persuasive Speech. B) Policy Persuasive Speech. C) Value Persuasive Speech. D) Factual Persuasive Specch. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Policy Persuasive Speech. 22. What part of the persuasive speech includes real-life examples and expert opinions? A) Introduction. B) Body. C) Conclusion. D) Title. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Body. 23. Bagaimana seharusnya konten dari pidato persuasif disusun? A) Dengan pengantar, isi, dan kesimpulan yang jelas. B) Hanya fokus pada kesimpulan. C) Secara acak. D) Dalam urutan kronologis. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Dengan pengantar, isi, dan kesimpulan yang jelas. 24. What is this organizational pattern? When your audience already agrees that a problem exists, you can devote your speech to comparing each main point, explaining why your solution is preferable to other proposed solutions. A) Comparative Advantages Order. B) Problem-Solution. C) Cause-Effect. D) Problem-Cause-Solution. Show Answer Correct Answer: A) Comparative Advantages Order. 25. This type of persuasive speech proposes whether something is true or false. A) Proposition of value. B) Proposition of policy. C) Proposition of fact. D) Proposition of fear. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Proposition of fact. 26. What is an effect of persuasion on social change? A) It prevents social change. B) It drives social and political change. C) It has no effect on social change. D) It only affects cultural change. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) It drives social and political change. 27. A statement that shows an opinion like "Everyone needs to have a good phone these days" . It has to be supported with evidence. It is a(n) ..... A) Counterargument. B) Claim. C) Explaination. D) Evidence. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Claim. 28. What does perish mean? A) Continue. B) Liberate. C) Spoil. D) Die. Show Answer Correct Answer: D) Die. 29. What was the tone of the speech? A) Comical. B) Inspiring. C) Generous. D) Vicious. Show Answer Correct Answer: B) Inspiring. 30. What is a good way for Sophia to practice her speech? A) Avoid recording yourself. B) Only practice in your head. C) Rehearse out loud and get feedback. D) Ignore the time limit. Show Answer Correct Answer: C) Rehearse out loud and get feedback. ← PreviousNext →Related QuizzesGrammar QuizzesPersuasive Speech Quiz 1Persuasive Speech Quiz 2Persuasive Speech Quiz 3Persuasive Speech Quiz 4Persuasive Speech Quiz 5Persuasive Speech Quiz 6Persuasive Speech Quiz 7Persuasive Speech Quiz 8Persuasive Speech Quiz 9 🏠 Back to Homepage 📘 Download PDF Books 📕 Premium PDF Books