Understanding the Reverse Pyramid in Persuasive Writing

Understanding the Reverse Pyramid in Persuasive Writing

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of using the reverse pyramid in persuasive writing?

To guide the reader from broad to specific points

To start with specific details and broaden out

To make the writing more entertaining

To confuse the reader with too much information

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the introduction paragraph, which part is the least specific according to the reverse pyramid?

Thesis statement

Relevant hook

Arguments

Background information

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the reverse pyramid suggest structuring a body paragraph?

Begin with a call-to-action and end with a summary

Start with an argument and become more specific towards the connection

Start with a connection and end with an argument

Begin with details and conclude with an explanation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the most specific part of a conclusion paragraph in the reverse pyramid structure?

Call-to-action

Background information

Summary

Restated position

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a part of the reverse pyramid structure in a persuasive text?

Introduction summary

Relevant hook

Thesis statement

Call-to-action