Persuasive Writing Techniques

Persuasive writing tries to convince a reader to do something or what to ____________ about a certain topic.

• believe

• know

• convince others

• refuse

Persuasive writing is best used in all BUT which of the following?

• to support a cause

• to urge people to action

• to stir up sympathy

• to describe and inform about a subject

Which paragraph in a persuasive essay includes a restatement of your thesis, a "so what," and a sentence leaving your reader with something to think about?

• Introduction

• Body Paragraph

• Conclusion

Which persuasive technique uses negative, emotion-filled remarks?

• appeal to people

• generalities

• emotional appeal

• name calling

Which persuasive technique urges you to join a large group and makes you feel left out if you do not?

• bandwagon

• testimonials

• generalities

• appeal to people

Which persuasive technique appeals to snobbery or to plain people?

• name calling

• appeal to people (audience)

• emotional appeal

• bandwagon

Which persuasive technique uses loaded language that is very descriptive and filled with emotion?

• testimonials

• generalities

• emotional appeal

• bandwagon

Which persuasive technique uses language that is associated with high value concepts like patriotism, freedom, heroism, toughness?

• appeal to people

• generalities

• emotional appeal

• name calling

Which persuasive technique uses a famous person or relatable people who testify to the great results of a product?

• emotional appeal

• name calling

• bandwagon

• testimonials

Is the purpose of a persuasive essay to teach readers about a topic or convince them of your opinion?

• teach readers about a topic

• convince readers of your opinioni