Which of the following uses persuasive skills?

• a novel

• a birthday card

• an advertisement for a candy bar

• an informational article on photosynthesis

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is persuasive writing?

• Writing that tells our audience a story or makes them laugh.

• Writing that tries to change a person's mind or opinion.

• Writing that informs our audience with facts and information.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What does credible mean?

• trusted

• legitimate

• unbiased

• all of the above

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

which is an example of logos or a logical appeal?

• "You will never be satisfied in life if you don't seize this opportunity. Do you want to live the rest of your years thinking about what would have happened if you just jumped when you had the chance?"

• "98% of patients who take Medicine A reported no side effects and tested negative for the disease."

• "If you're still unsure, please consider that my advanced degree and awards for my work speak for themselves."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which is an example of Pathos or Emotional Appeal?

• "You will never be satisfied in life if you don't seize this opportunity. Do you want to live the rest of your years thinking about what would have happened if you just jumped when you had the chance?"

• "98% of patients who take Medicine A reported no side effects and tested negative for the disease."

• "If you're still unsure, please consider that my advanced degree and awards for my work speak for themselves."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which is an example of Ethos or Ethical Appeal?

• "You will never be satisfied in life if you don't seize this opportunity. Do you want to live the rest of your years thinking about what would have happened if you just jumped when you had the chance?"

• "98% of patients who take Medicine A reported no side effects and tested negative for the disease."

• "If you're still unsure, please consider that my advanced degree and awards for my work speak for themselves."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

The animal shelter desperately needs your support. It is overflowing with lonely little kittens who spend their days meowing and whimpering and staring forlornly out of their cramped crates.

• logos

• pathos

• ethos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What appeal is being used in this statement?

I deserve the position because I have worked faithfully for the past 30 years. I always go above and beyond what is expected of me. I was even selected as "Employee of the Month."

• logos

• ethos

• pathos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What appeal is being used in the following statement?

According to a study by CNN, 28% of teenagers report that they could manage without a TV.

• logos

• ethos

• pathos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Of the three rhetorical appeals, which one relates to YOU, the author, and your credibility?

• ethos

• logos

• pathos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5