Persuasive Text with Comprehension Questions

To influence an audience through the use of loaded language that appeals to feeling rather than thought.

• Bandwagon Appeal

• Emotional Appeal

• Testimonials

• Critique

A technique that portrays famous people giving their opinions or behaving in a certain way.

• Bandwagon Appeal

• Emotional Appeal

• Testimonials

• Propaganda

What is the primary purpose of a persuasive text?

• To inform the reader

• To entertain the reader

• To persuade the reader

• To describe a process

Which of the following is a common feature of persuasive writing?

• Neutral tone

• Objective facts

• Emotional appeal

• Technical jargon

In persuasive writing, what is the role of a counterargument?

• To strengthen the main argument

• To confuse the reader

• To introduce new topics

• To summarize the text

Which sentence is an example of a persuasive statement?

• The sky is blue.

• You should vote for this candidate because they care about your future.

• Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.

• The book was published in 1999.

What is an example of loaded language in persuasive writing?

• The car is red.

• The politician is a hero for the people.

• The meeting is at 3 PM.

• The cake is sweet.

Which of the following is NOT a persuasive technique?

• Bandwagon appeal

• Emotional appeal

• Statistical evidence

• Narrative storytelling

What does the term 'bias' mean in the context of persuasive writing?

• A balanced viewpoint

• A preference or inclination

• A factual statement

• A neutral perspective

How can a writer establish credibility in a persuasive text?

• By using slang

• By citing reliable sources

• By exaggerating facts

• By using complex vocabulary