Persuasive Speaking!

Which of the following is NOT a persuasive technique?

• Ethos (credibility)

• Pathos (emotion)

• Logos (logic)

• Monos (monotone speaking)

When using "pathos" in a speech, what should you focus on?

• Using strong evidence and statistics

• Appealing to emotions

• Making yourself look credible

• Speaking in a monotone voice

What is the purpose of a "call to action" in a persuasive speech?

• To tell a funny joke

• To make people fall asleep

• To encourage the audience to do something

• To list facts without a conclusion

Which of these sentences uses persuasive intonation correctly?

• "This is a great deal?" (rising intonation, unsure)

• "This... is a GREAT deal!" (emphasizing key words)

• "This is a great deal." (flat, neutral tone)

• "This-is-a-great-deal." (speaking too fast)

Which persuasive technique is being used?

"If you buy this chair, your back pain will disappear forever!"

• Emotional appeal

• Logical reasoning

• Using authority

• Reverse psychology

What should you AVOID in a persuasive speech?

• Speaking clearly and confidently

• Using interesting examples

• Speaking in a monotone voice

• Using hand gestures

Your boss is skeptical about your idea. What should you do?

• Get defensive and argue

• Stay calm and use logical reasoning

• Walk away

• Repeat yourself louder

Which of these products would be the HARDEST to sell persuasively?

• A flying car

• A waterproof notebook

• A pet rock

• A self-heating mug

What is one way to grab the audience’s attention at the start of a persuasive speech?

• Start with a boring fact

• Ask a thought-provoking question

• Apologize for your speech

• Talk in a very low, soft voice

What’s the best way to end a persuasive speech?

• Leave the audience confused

• Summarize your main points and give a strong call to action

• Say, "I’m done, goodbye!"

• Whisper your last sentence