Persuasive Argumentation

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10th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of providing evidence in persuasive argumentation?
To support and strengthen the argument
To entertain the audience
To confuse the audience
To distract the audience
Answer explanation
The purpose of providing evidence in persuasive argumentation is to support and strengthen the argument.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of ethos in persuasive argumentation?
Appealing to emotions
Citing credible sources
Using logical reasoning
Employing rhetorical questions
Answer explanation
Citing credible sources is an example of ethos in persuasive argumentation as it establishes the author's credibility and expertise on the topic.
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the function of a counterargument in persuasive writing?
To anticipate and address potential objections
To strengthen the opposing viewpoint
To weaken the credibility of the author
To ignore alternative perspectives
Answer explanation
The function of a counterargument in persuasive writing is to anticipate and address potential objections.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which rhetorical device involves appealing to the emotions of the audience?
Ethos
Logos
Pathos
Kairos
Answer explanation
Pathos involves appealing to the emotions of the audience, making it the correct choice in this context.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What does it mean to establish credibility in persuasive argumentation?
To demonstrate expertise and trustworthiness
To convince the audience through emotional appeals
To rely solely on logical reasoning
To use vivid imagery to evoke sensory experiences
Answer explanation
Establishing credibility in persuasive argumentation means demonstrating expertise and trustworthiness to the audience.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary purpose of a call-to-action in persuasive writing?
To summarize the main argument
To entertain the audience
To distract the audience
To prompt the audience to take a specific action
Answer explanation
The primary purpose of a call-to-action in persuasive writing is to prompt the audience to take a specific action, encouraging them to act on the message being conveyed.
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.8
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.11-12.8
CCSS.RI.8.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a type of rhetorical appeal?
Pathos
Logos
Ethos
Kairos
None of them
Answer explanation
The correct answer is 'None of them' because all of the listed options - Pathos, Logos, Ethos, and Kairos - are types of rhetorical appeals.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
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