Techniques of Persuasion

What persuasive technique involves appealing to the credibility or authority of the speaker?

• pathos

• kairos

• ethos

• logos

Which persuasive technique involves using logic, reasoning, and evidence to support an argument?

• Logos

• Kairos

• Ethos

• Pathos

Which persuasive technique appeals to the emotions and feelings of the audience?

• Logos

• Kairos

• Pathos

• Ethos

Give an example of using ethos in a persuasive argument.

• A doctor recommending a specific brand of medication based on their expertise and experience in the field.

• A politician using emotional manipulation to sway public opinion

• A chef recommending a specific restaurant based on their personal preference

• A teacher citing scientific research to support their argument

How can logos be effectively used in a persuasive speech?

• By including irrelevant information and going off-topic during the speech.

• By relying solely on the speaker's charisma and delivery style.

• By incorporating logical reasoning, facts, statistics, and evidence to support the speaker's argument.

• By using emotional appeals and personal anecdotes without any factual support.

Which is an example of the correct use of Pathos in persuasion?

• The politician who gives a speech and says: " I'm not just invested in this community. I love every building, every business, every hard-working member of this town

• The politician gives examples of all the projects he has completed and compares it to what the other party has not done.

• The politician states the academic and professional qualifications of the members of the team and says " we are trained to serve"

• The politician who uses a combination of all of these.