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Elements of Persuasive Writing

Authored by Sarah Williams

English

7th Grade

CCSS covered

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Elements of Persuasive Writing
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What term is defined as: the art of using words to persuade in writing or speaking

rhetoric

credibility

expalantory

logos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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What is rhetoric?

the art of using words to persuade in writing or speaking

the art of reciting a whole play from memory

the art of holding your breath for two minutes

the art of using text features correctly

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Logos is the appeal to

honor

credibility

logic

emotion

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

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Persuasive writing is

writing that is not true

writer gives an explanation of ideas

factually accurate narrative 

writing that tries to convince its reader to take a side

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the purpose of using the appeal to reason in persuasive writing?

To present logical and rational arguments based on facts, evidence, and sound reasoning.

To manipulate emotions and feelings

To rely solely on personal opinions and beliefs

To confuse and mislead the audience

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.8.8

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How does repetition help in making a persuasive argument?

Repetition reinforces key points and makes them more memorable, creating a sense of emphasis and importance.

Repetition makes the argument less believable and unconvincing

Repetition is unnecessary and adds unnecessary length to the argument

Repetition confuses the audience and dilutes the message

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Why is it important to use a variety of persuasive techniques in writing?

It is important to use a variety of persuasive techniques in writing to appeal to different audiences, keep the reader engaged, and strengthen the overall argument.

It is important to use a variety of persuasive techniques in writing to make the argument weaker

It is important to use a variety of persuasive techniques in writing to confuse the reader

It is important to use a variety of persuasive techniques in writing to bore the audience

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

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