Persuasive Speech

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English
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8th Grade
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Alicia Bibbs
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
The definition of 'persuasion' is:
The act of communicating information.
The process of convincing someone to do or believe something.
The usage of force for compliance.
The ability to understand complex ideas.
Tags
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the aim of a speech of persuasion?
To entertain the audience
To inform the audience
To influence the attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors of the listeners
To narrate a story
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CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.7.2D
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are the 3 C's when it comes to creating an effective persuasive speech?
character, choice, credibility
competence, content, character
competence, character, charisma
credibility, charisma, choice
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CCSS.W.8.2D
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.7.6
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
CCSS.L.9-10.6
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To show that you have researched a topic, how should you cite appropriate sources using a consistent citation style?
Cite all relevant sources using a standardized citation format.
Avoid citing sources to keep the research concise.
Only cite sources if required by the assignment.
Cite sources randomly without a consistent style.
Tags
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
CCSS.RL.5.1
CCSS.RL.4.1
CCSS.RI.3.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How should you show that you are credible and competent?
I have significant competence as evidenced by detailed special experiences.
I have moderate competence with few notable experiences.
I have basic competence without any special experiences.
Competence and special experiences are not applicable.
Tags
CCSS.L.6.3A
CCSS.L.6.3B
CCSS.L.5.3A
CCSS.L.4.3A
CCSS.L.3.3A
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which is an example of showing "character" when trying to persuade?
Examine all sides of an issue
Ignore some aspects
Focus on one side of an issue
None of the above.
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CCSS.RL.11-12.6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is meant by 'Stress: Concern for the Audience'?
You are interested in their welfare
You ignore their needs
You focus on yourself
None of the above.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
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