Language of persuasion

The viewpoint or central idea of a piece of persuasive writing is called a(n) __________. 

• counterargument
• explanation
• claim
• evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

When writers bring up the opposite viewpoint in an argument and then show why it is wrong, they are using a(n) ___________.

• example
• counterargument
• claim
• conclusion

This persuasive techniques use strong feelings rather than facts to persuade.

• Emotional Appeals
• Appeals by Association

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.SL.4.3

CCSS.W.4.1A

What persuasive  technique is being used?

• Loaded Language
• Bandwagon
• Testimonial
• Logical Appeal

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.4.2

Specific facts, statistics, and examples.

• evidence
• prosperity
• counterargument
• treacherous

“Her habits were disgusting and vile.”

Is an example which persuasive technique?

• Strong/ powerful language

• Rhetorical question

• Alliteration

• Expert opinion

A recent survey found that 90% of students favoured no school uniforms at all.

Is an example of which persuasive technique?

• Rhetorical question

• Expert Opinion

• Emotive language

• Statistical evidence

'Actions speak louder than words' is an example of...?

• Connotation

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Cliche

'It is your duty to boycott this product'...is an example of?

• An analogy

• An Imperative

• Direct address

• An appeal

The Context of a speech is...

• Who delivered it

• Where, when and why it was produced and delivered

• Who is the intended audience

• The location of the rally