Identifying Features of Persuasive Texts ( EN10WC-IA-12.1)

1. Which of the following is a key purpose of persuasive texts?

• To entertain

• To inform

• To argue a point or influence beliefs

• To describe

2. Which element is commonly used in persuasive texts to appeal to the reader's emotions?

• Statistics

• Imagery

• Pathos

• Facts

What rhetorical strategy is being used when a writer presents evidence and logical reasoning to support their argument?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

• Diction

Which element is essential for building the writer’s credibility in a persuasive text?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Hyperbole

• Tone

Which feature helps a reader to evaluate the effectiveness of a persuasive argument?

• The writer's opinion

• The use of logical evidence and strong reasoning

• The title of the text

• The length of the text

What is the primary function of using counterarguments in persuasive texts?

• To confuse the reader

• To strengthen the argument by acknowledging opposing views

• To make the text more entertaining

• To weaken the main argument

Which persuasive technique involves asking questions with obvious answers to engage the reader?

• Exaggeration

• Hyperbole

• Rhetorical Questions

• Metaphor

When a writer repeats a specific word or phrase for emphasis, what technique are they using?

• Alliteration

• Repetition

• Symbolism

• Irony

A persuasive text that targets a reader's sense of ethics and morals is using which appeal?

• logos

• pathos

• ethos

• anecdote

Which of the following statements best describes the role of evidence in persuasive writing?

• Evidence is optional in persuasive writing.

• Evidence makes arguments sound factual and credible

• Evidence is primarily used to entertain the reader.

• Evidence makes the writer's opinion clear but is rarely effective.