Persuasive Writing Techniques Quiz

What is the primary goal of persuasive writing?

• To inform the reader about facts

• To convince the reader of an idea or opinion

• To entertain the reader with stories

• To describe a scene or event in detail

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

What type of evidence can make an argument more convincing?

• Vague statements

• Unverified online comments

• Personal opinions

• Facts and figures from trusted sources

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Which source is considered trustworthy for providing evidence?

• A personal diary

• A random blog post

• An anonymous online forum

• A well-known scientific journal

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CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

Why is repetition used in persuasive writing?

• To fill more space

• To make the writing longer

• To confuse the reader

• To emphasize key points

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

What effect does repeating key phrases have on the reader?

• It can make the argument more persuasive

• It reduces the credibility of the writer

• It makes the argument less clear

• It has no effect on the reader

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

How do adjectives and adverbs affect the reader's emotions?

• By influencing how the reader feels about the subject

• By making the text more difficult to read

• By providing factual information

• By making the text shorter

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which words in persuasive writing can make locations seem unwelcoming?

• Bright and spacious

• Dirty and dangerous

• Warm and cozy

• Colorful and vibrant

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is alliteration?

• A type of evidence

• A repetition of sounds at the beginning of words

• A grammatical error

• A figure of speech that exaggerates

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the purpose of using alliteration in persuasive writing?

• To increase the word count

• To bring emphasis and make key points memorable

• To confuse the reader with complex language

• To make the writing more formal

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.RL.2.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which of the following is NOT a persuasive writing technique mentioned?

• Using complex jargon

• Alliteration

• Repetition

• Using evidence

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CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8