Week 9 Persuasive speaking

What is persuasion?

• The act of arguing with someone.

• The act of presenting data without emotion.

• The act of convincing someone to think or act in a certain way.

• The act of entertaining an audience.

What does "ethos" represent in persuasive speaking?

• Emotional appeals to connect with the audience.

• Logical reasoning and data-driven arguments.

• Establishing credibility and trustworthiness.

• .Telling a personal story.

Which element of persuasion involves appealing to emotions?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Facts

What are the three elements of persuasion?

How does "logos" persuade an audience?

• By establishing trust with the audience.

• By connecting through emotional stories.

• By creating a visual presentation.

• By using logic, facts, and data.

What is the first step in Monroe’s Motivated Sequence?

• Call to action

• Paint the picture

• Present the solution

• Gain attention

What is an example of ethos in a persuasive speech?

• "As a doctor with 15 years of experience, I recommend this treatment."

• "Imagine how happy your family will be."

• "Using this product will save you time and money."

• "Studies show this method reduces stress by 30%."

What is an example of pathos in a persuasive speech?

• "This puppy is looking for a loving home – can you give him a chance?"

• "Research shows that pets improve mental health by 25%."

• "I have been rescuing animals for over 10 years."

• "Switching to public transport saves money."

What is an example of logos in a persuasive speech?

• "Imagine a cleaner city with more green spaces."

• "I’ve been a city planner for 15 years."

• "Switching to this plan can save you $500 a year."

• "Don’t you want to help the environment?"

What is an effective call to action?

• "Consider this information carefully."

• "I hope you’ve learned something new."

• "That’s all I have for now."

• "Join us today and make a difference!"