Persuasive Techniques Revision Quiz

During a school debate, Henry tries to convince his peers about the importance of recycling. What does 'Ethos' appeal to in his persuasive techniques?

• Logic

• Emotions

• Ethics

• Humor

Answer explanation

Ethos appeal to ethics in persuasive techniques, focusing on credibility and trustworthiness to persuade the audience.

When presenting their project on climate change, David used a specific technique to convince the school board. Which technique is used to appeal to people's logic?

• Flattery

• Statistics

• Personal anecdotes

• Emotive language

Answer explanation

Statistics is used to appeal to people's logic by presenting factual data and evidence to support an argument.

In a philosophy class, Anika is asked about the Greek origin of the term 'Logos'. What does 'Logos' translate to?

• Reason

• Suffering

• Emotion

• Character

Answer explanation

The Greek origin of 'Logos' is 'Reason', which refers to logic, rationality, and order.

In a recent speech given by Ethan at the university, which of the following did he NOT use as a technique for Pathos?

• Connotations

• Expert opinion

• Humour

• Flattery

Answer explanation

Expert opinion is NOT a technique for Pathos as it appeals to logos, not emotions like Pathos does.

In a speech to persuade the school board to allocate more funds for student wellness programs, Jackson primarily uses 'Pathos' to appeal to what?

• Ethics

• Authority

• Emotions

• Logic

Answer explanation

Pathos primarily appeals to emotions, making it the correct choice in this context.

In an advertisement for a new luxury car, which persuasive technique involves using strong adjectives like 'unparalleled' and 'exquisite'?

• Alliteration

• Comparatives and Superlatives

• Modality

• Repetition

Answer explanation

Comparatives and Superlatives involve using strong adjectives to persuade the audience by emphasizing the superiority or uniqueness of a product or idea.

During a school debate, Nora uses a rhetorical question to engage her audience. What is the purpose of Nora using rhetorical questions in her argument?

• To provide facts

• To make the reader think

• To evoke humor

• To show statistics

Answer explanation

To make the reader think

In a debate on environmental policy, Harper argues that certain policies are morally necessary. Which technique is Harper using that appeals to people's ethics?

• Visuals

• Personal anecdotes

• Evidence

• Statistics

Answer explanation

Personal anecdotes appeal to people's ethics by connecting emotionally and morally, making the argument more relatable and impactful.

During a school debate, Harper uses 'high modality' language. What effect does this have on her argument?

• It evokes emotion

• It compares ideas

• It strengthens the argument

• It provides evidence

Answer explanation

High modality language strengthens the argument by conveying certainty and confidence, making the persuasion more convincing.

How does the use of anecdotes about students like Benjamin and Charlotte enhance persuasive writing?

• By providing statistical data

• By making the content more relatable

• By using technical language

• By contradicting the argument

Answer explanation

By making the content more relatable