Persuasive Techniques

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What is the definition of persuasive techniques?

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Persuasive techniques are methods used to convince an audience to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Who is the audience in persuasive writing?

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The people who the author wrote for.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

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What is ethos?

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Ethos refers to appeals using credibility and trust.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is pathos?

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Pathos refers to appeals to your emotions.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is logos?

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Logos refers to appeals using logic or facts.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is an example of ethos in advertising?

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An ad featuring a celebrity endorsing a product, suggesting that their credibility makes the product trustworthy.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is an example of pathos in advertising?

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An ad showing a sad animal in need of a home to evoke sympathy and encourage donations.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is an example of logos in advertising?

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An ad that presents statistics about how a product improves health.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the purpose of persuasive techniques?

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To influence the audience's beliefs, attitudes, or actions.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

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What role does the author play in persuasive writing?

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The author crafts the message to persuade the audience.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8