FSA Power Words

Which of the following is an example of a power word used to persuade?

• Quickly

• Maybe

• Because

• However

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

Identify the power word in the following sentence: 'This revolutionary product will change your life.'

• Revolutionary

• Product

• Change

• Life

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is the effect of using power words in writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To make the text longer

• To engage and persuade the reader

• To provide factual information

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Choose the sentence that uses a power word effectively.

• The car is fast.

• The car is extremely fast.

• The car is very fast.

• The car is fast and reliable.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Which power word would best fit in the blank? 'This is a ______ opportunity you can't miss.'

• Good

• Nice

• Unique

• Interesting

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

In the context of persuasive writing, what is a power word?

• A word that is difficult to understand

• A word that is commonly used

• A word that evokes emotion or action

• A word that is rarely used

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CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

Select the power word in this sentence: 'Discover the secrets to a happier life.'

• Discover

• Secrets

• Happier

• Life

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Which of the following sentences uses a power word to create urgency?

• You might want to try this.

• This is a good option.

• Act now to get the best deal.

• Consider this choice.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is the primary purpose of using power words in advertising?

• To provide detailed information

• To create a sense of urgency or importance

• To lengthen the advertisement

• To confuse the audience

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Identify the power word in the following sentence: 'Unlock the potential of your mind with this technique.'

• Unlock

• Potential

• Mind

• Technique