Rhetorical Appeals Quiz 11 (25 MCQs)

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1. In the case of Carlee Russell, the police chief reasons that there was no child walking along the highway for a distance of six football fields simply because a child would likely not be able to do so. What rhetorical appeal is he using?
2. In a commercial, a company highlights its years of experience and numerous awards to convince customers of its reliability. Which rhetorical appeal is being used?
3. Which appeal focuses on influencing the audience by triggering emotions?
4. The use of logic and reason. Uses facts and truth to convince the audience.
5. Which type of rhetorical appeal is the following example?For over 40 years, Pat's Plumbing has been Milam County's go-to source for plumbing and HVAC services. Our expertise is evidenced not only by our staff of qualified technicians, but in the testimonials of our satisfied customers
6. Match the technique to the appropriate appeal:statistics/facts
7. Which of the following is NOT an example of logos?
8. Match the technique to the appropriate appeal:years of experience
9. The excerpt below makes use of which Rhetorical Appeal? "The data is perfectly clear:this investment has consistently turned a profit year-over-year, even in spite of market declines in other areas."
10. Voting for me will make you happy.
11. What does logos focus on?
12. Logos is the appeal that uses ..... Logos es el recurso que utiliza .....
13. Which rhetorical device best matches the following example?"And you, Scarecrow, have the effrontery to ask for a brain! You billowing bale of bovine fodder!"
14. Which of the following would be a technique that uses a logos appeal?
15. Which of the following is used to make a logos appeal?
16. "Switching to Teamline car insurance saves an average of $ 300 a year"
17. Veterinarians across the country have said that Golden Retrievers make better pets than any other dog.
18. Identify the use of pathos in this sentence:'The distressing pictures of the damage caused by the storm should make us all want to give.'
19. Identify the use of ethos in this statement:'As a well-known historian, I can tell you that this event greatly affected history.'
20. This family lost everything in the fire. They lost their precious, irreplaceable family photos, not to mention their furniture everything else they own. They have to start over with nothing. Please donate today to help restore their lives.
21. Which rhetorical appeal is being used in the sentence below?A dog shelter displays sad photos of dogs in cages to request donations.
22. When a writer uses credible sources and expert opinions to strengthen their argument, they are appealing to:
23. Which rhetorical appeal does the following quote MOST represent?"That kind of world is the very antithesis of the so-called new order of tyranny which the dictators seek to create with the crash of a bomb."
24. "There's no price that can be placed on peace of mind. Our advanced security systems will protect the well-being of your family so that you can sleep soundly at night."What type of rhetoric is being used?
25. Which of the following best describes emotional appeal in persuasive writing?