Understanding 'Talk Someone Out of Something'

Understanding 'Talk Someone Out of Something'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, Life Skills

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video tutorial explains the idiom 'talk someone out of something', which means to convince someone not to do something, essentially dissuading them. It highlights that dissuade is the opposite of persuade, providing a clear understanding of these terms.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the phrase 'talk someone out of something' mean?

To ignore someone's advice

To agree with someone's decision

To convince someone not to do something

To encourage someone to do something

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word can be used as a synonym for 'talk someone out of something'?

Encourage

Motivate

Persuade

Dissuade

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the opposite of 'dissuade'?

Convince

Persuade

Discourage

Talk out

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If you are trying to dissuade someone, what are you trying to do?

Encourage them to proceed

Convince them to stop

Ignore their actions

Support their decision

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT related to 'talk someone out of something'?

Dissuade

Persuade

Motivate

Convince