Mastering Persuasive Techniques Quiz

Which persuasive technique involves repeating the same word or phrase for emphasis?

• Hyperbole

• Repetition

• Alliteration

• Anecdote

What is the rule of three in persuasive writing?

• Using three different fonts in a text

• Presenting three related ideas or examples for impact

• Repeating a word three times in a row

• Using three paragraphs in an essay

Which of the following is an example of hyperbole?

• "This bag weighs a tonne!"

• "The bag is blue."

• "The bag is on the table."

• "The bag is made of leather."

Which technique is used when a writer asks a question without expecting an answer?

• Rhetorical question

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Anecdote

Which of the following best demonstrates the rule of three?

• "She is smart, kind, and creative."

• "She is smart."

• "She is smart and kind."

• "She is creative."

What is the main purpose of using repetition in persuasive writing?

• To confuse the reader

• To emphasise a point

• To make the text longer

• To introduce new ideas

Which of the following is NOT a persuasive technique?

• Hyperbole

• Rhetorical question

• Metaphor

• Indexing

Which sentence uses hyperbole?

• "I have told you a million times."

• "I have told you several times."

• "I have told you twice."

• "I have told you once."

What is the effect of using rhetorical questions in persuasive writing?

• To provide answers

• To make the reader think

• To confuse the reader

• To give instructions

Which of the following is an example of repetition?

• "We must act now, now, now!"

• "We must act soon."

• "We must act quickly."

• "We must act together."