Persuasive Speech

Persuasive Speech

8th Grade

10 Qs

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Persuasive Speech

Persuasive Speech

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English

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Easy

CCSS
RI.7.5, RI.9-10.5, RI.8.5

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of a persuasive speech?

To convince the audience to adopt the speaker's viewpoint or take a specific action

To bore the audience with technical details

To confuse the audience with conflicting information

To entertain the audience with jokes and stories

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some effective techniques for delivering a persuasive speech?

Using emotional appeal, providing strong evidence and examples, using rhetorical devices, and engaging with the audience

Speaking in a monotone voice

Reading directly from a script

Ignoring the audience's reactions

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to consider the audience when preparing a persuasive speech?

To tailor the speech to their interests and concerns.

To only focus on the speaker's own interests and concerns

To make the speech as generic as possible

To ignore their interests and concerns

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some common logical fallacies to avoid in a persuasive speech?

Red herring

Circular reasoning

Ad hominem, straw man, slippery slope, false dilemma

Bandwagon

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can body language and vocal delivery impact the effectiveness of a persuasive speech?

By speaking in a monotone voice

By avoiding eye contact with the audience

By conveying confidence, sincerity, and passion

By using complex vocabulary and jargon

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the difference between ethos, pathos, and logos in persuasive speech?

Ethos, pathos, and logos are the three modes of persuasion used in persuasive speech.

Ethos, pathos, and logos are only used in written communication

Ethos, pathos, and logos are types of musical instruments

Ethos, pathos, and logos are different names for the same persuasive technique

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to provide evidence and examples in a persuasive speech?

To support the speaker's claims and make the argument more convincing.

To confuse the audience and make the speech less convincing.

To hide the lack of knowledge and preparation of the speaker.

To make the speech longer and more boring.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

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