Persuasive Speech Quiz

What does 'Pathos' refer to in persuasive speech?

• Logic

• Emotion

• Credibility

• Humor

What does 'Logos' refer to in persuasive speech?

• Emotion

• Credibility

• Logic

• Humor

Which element of persuasive speech is associated with credibility?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

• Mythos

What is a result of persuasion on analytical skills?

• It reduces analytical skills.

• It develops critical thinking and analytical skills.

• It has no effect on analytical skills.

• It only affects creative skills.

How does persuasion influence public decision-making?

• It complicates decision-making.

• It shapes public opinion and decision-making.

• It has no effect on public decisions.

• It only affects private decisions.

What is an effect of persuasion on social change?

• It prevents social change.

• It drives social and political change.

• It has no effect on social change.

• It only affects cultural change.

What is the purpose of the introduction in a persuasive speech?

• To restate the thesis and call to action

• To address opposing views

• To present the hook, thesis statement, and preview

• To provide supporting evidence

What is the role of the thesis statement in a persuasive speech?

• To address opposing views

• To provide supporting evidence

• To state the main argument

• To call to action

What should the conclusion of a persuasive speech encourage the audience to do?

• Listen to opposing views

• Provide more evidence

• Take action

• Introduce new arguments

When presenting logical arguments, what should be addressed to strengthen the argument?

• Potential counterarguments

• Personal biases

• Emotional responses

• Visual distractions