Persuasive Language

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People use persuasive language to ________.

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convince someone to act or agree

Front

After reading a strong persuasive message, a person would most likely ________.

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agree with the message

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Which argument is the strongest to persuade buying a new video game?

• The video game is expensive.
• The video game is almost as fun as the ones you have.
• The video game has OK graphics.
• The video game won an award for Game of the Year.

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The video game won an award for Game of the Year.

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The goal of an argument is to ________.

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convince someone to see your point of view

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What is the child trying to do in the passage: Hey mom, I really think we should make my bedtime half an hour later. Everyone in my class goes to sleep later than I do. I don't think I need as much sleep as I used to. Each night I lay awake for a long time before I go to sleep.

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give reasons to support his argument

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Which statement is the weakest argument to persuade parents to let you see a movie? Options: You saved up your allowance to buy the ticket. You have a ride with a friend's parent. It's not a school night. The movie is a little violent.

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The movie is a little violent.

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What's the best way Ishmael can persuade his parents to let him go on vacation with his friend's family?

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He can explain that the vacation will be educational and safe.

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What should Karla do to persuade her audience about having class pets?

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Give specific examples of pets that are clean and easy to take care of.

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What is the statement in bold? Dad, I want to start a babysitting business. It will teach me to be responsible. I can babysit after school and get paid. I promise to get my homework done, too.

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a reason or evidence

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Which detail from the passage uses evidence to support the claim that bike riding should be banned from public parks? Bike riding should be banned from public parks. Cyclists may enjoy riding on the trails, but there is not enough room for both bikers and walkers. Bikes also sometimes crash into people walking or playing in the park. Cyclists should be asked to get off their bikes and walk them through the park instead of riding. This way, everyone can enjoy the park.

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Bikes also sometimes crash into people walking or playing in the park.