English. Arguments

Q. Don't miss out on being part of the elite group who owns the newest iPhone 22!

• bandwagon

• snob appeal

• testimonial

• emotional appeal

Answer explanation

Snob appeal: The opposite of the bandwagon technique, snob appeal makes the case that using the product means the consumer is better/smarter/richer than everyone else. Repetition: A product's name or catchphrase is repeated over and over, with the goal of having it stick in the viewer or listener's mind.

Which of the following is NOT a common reason for making a claim?

• to respond to a statement you agree or disagree with

• to convince someone of your position

• to prove that you are right and someone else is wrong

• to challenge a commonly-held view

When planning an argument, you must first choose your ...

What appeal is this ?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

• Materialism

Answer explanation

It's Ethos (credibility/trust). Personal branding, Confidence in delivery, Citing credible sources.

What is the following statement an example of? "If we don’t move soon, we’re all going to die! Can’t you see how dangerous it would be to stay?"

• Logos

• Ethos

• Propaganda

• Pathos

What appeal is this?

• Ethos

• Emotional appeal

• Pathos

• Logos

Answer explanation

Pathos (Emotions/ values). Stories, Inspirational quotes, Vivid language.

What is the following statement an example of? "The data is perfectly clear: this investment has consistently turned a profit year-over-year, even in spite of market declines in other areas."

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• Generalization

Answer explanation

Logos (logic/reason/proof). Statistics

If you are in favor of the proposition, you are...

• on the pro side

• optimistic

• on the con side

• hyperbole

Another word for counterargument is:

What is a rebuttal?

• agreeing with the counterargument

• the act of arguing the claim or counterclaim

• agreeing with the claim