Persuasive Writing Concepts

What is an issue in persuasive writing?

• The writer’s opinion

• The topic being debated

• The first sentence in the text

• A fact with no argument

What is a contention?

• A fact with no opinion

• The main idea of the text

• The writer’s position on an issue

• The evidence provided

What are supporting arguments?

• Reasons that justify the writer’s contention

• Opinions with no proof

• A summary of the text

• A writer’s feelings about a topic

Where do you typically find the contention in a persuasive text?

• In the introduction

• In the last sentence

• Only in the conclusion

• Hidden throughout the text

Why are supporting arguments important?

• They confuse the reader

• They help convince the audience

• They provide random ideas

• They are optional in persuasive writing

Which of the following is an issue?

• "School uniforms create equality."

• "Should school uniforms be mandatory?"

• "School uniforms are expensive."

• "Some schools have uniforms, others don’t."

Which of the following is a contention?

• "Homework is important for student success."

• "Teachers assign homework regularly."

• "Homework takes time to complete."

• "Some students do not complete homework."

Which is an example of a supporting argument?

• "Students should not have homework because it causes stress."

• "Students dislike homework."

• "Homework exists in all schools."

• "Some students finish their homework early."

Which appeal is used in “Studies show that junk food increases obesity rates”?

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• Anecdote

Which appeals to emotions?

• Logos

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Statistics