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“We all want a cleaner, safer city.” Which technique is used?
What is a contention?
Persuasive Techniques
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What is a contention?
The background information/issue.
The mood or attitude of the writing.
The author's point of view.
A persuasive technique.
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“We all want a cleaner, safer city.” Which technique is used?
Rule of three
Exclusive language
Inclusive language
Repetition
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“They’re lazy, greedy, and only care about profits.” Which persuasive technique is used?
Statistics
Exclusive language
Attack
Emotive language
4
What does tone refer to in persuasive writing?
Who the piece is written for
The mood or attitude of the writing
What the piece is about
The sound of someone's voice
5
“Over 85% of students agree with the new uniform policy.” This is an example of:
Fact
Expert opinion
Statistic
Opinion
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What does C-FASTCAT stand for?
Contention Form Audience Source Text details Context Aim Tone
Context Form Audience Source Text details Contention Arguments Tone
Context Form Audience Source Text details Contention Aim Tone
Contention Form Audience Source Text details Context Arguments Tone
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Which sentence uses emotive language?
The dog barked loudly.
Thousands of helpless animals are suffering in silence.
I am very sorry.
The population has increased by 2%.
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Which of these sentences uses the rule of three (tricolon)?
We want justice!
She was tired, sad and alone.
Three experts agree this is wrong,
This must end.
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Which of these is a fact?
This is the best solution.
There is no other option.
The Earth orbits the sun.
Many people agree with me.
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What does the “appeal to the hip pocket nerve” target?
A person's concern for the environment
A person's sense of fairness
A person's money concerns
A person's fear
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A writer says: “The devastating drought destroyed dreams, drying up entire towns.” This is an example of:
Alliteration, emotive language and rule of three
Alliteration only
Facts and statistics
Inclusive language and metaphor
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Connotation is...
The author's point of view.
A persuasive technique.
The flavour of the language.
A strong positive or negative feeling that is attached to a word.
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“Dr Sam Linton, a climate scientist, says urgent action is needed.” This is an example of:
Fact
Expert opinion
Evidence
Statistic
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An anecdote is a made-up fact used to support an argument.
True
False
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Tricolon means using three points or ideas to make something more powerful or memorable.
True
False
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Which of these is an example of emotive language?
How can you not agree?
It is statistically proven...
The cost is $45 per unit.
The law will save innocent lives!
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Why is tone important in persuasive writing?
It influences how the audience feels about a topic
It makes the piece sound fancy
It replaces the need for structure
It helps the writer sound more intelligent
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What’s the main reason a writer might repeat facts, statistics, and expert opinion throughout an article?
To reinforce the credibility of their point
To make it more entertaining
To distract from their real argument
To make the text more emotional
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What is the effect of using repetition in persuasive writing?
It emphasizes the main message
It adds humour
It confuses the reader
It makes the writing longer
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Loaded language uses neutral words to avoid strong reactions.
True
False
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What is a rhetorical question?
A question with no answer
A question with multiple answers
A question only experts can answer
A question asked to make the reader think
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“Why are we still allowing this cruelty to happen?” is most effective because it:
Offers a clear solution
Confuses the audience into silence
Gives factual evidence
Leads the audience to a shared emotional response
23
“Last year, my uncle lost everything in the floods. It’s not just numbers – it’s people.” This is an example of:
Expert opinion
Hyperbole
Anecdote
Statistic
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Why do writers use persuasive techniques?
For fun
Because their English teacher said they have to
To convince the reader to take action on the issue
To get the reader to agree with them
25
What technique is used in: “This is the worst idea in history”?
Expert opinion
Hyperbole
Emotive language
Rhetorical question
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What persuasive technique is used here: “If we don’t act now, our future will be destroyed”?
Appeal to hip pocket nerve
Hyperbole
Rhetorical question
Appeal to fear
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“Act now. Act fast. Act together.” What two persuasive techniques are used?
Alliteration and anecdote
Rule of three and repetition
Repetition and attack
Expert opinion and fact
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Which of these is an emotionally loaded word?
Terror
Crocodile
Table
Walk
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What is main effect of using hyperbole in persuasive writing?
To confuse the audience
To make the issue sound more urgent
To present accurate information
To build trust with the reader
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Inclusive language can make the reader feel involved and united with the writer.
True
False
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Which of these is NOT a loaded word?
Love
Equality
Dictator
Build
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Which sentence combines both alliteration and emotive language?
Wouldn't you want a safer future for your children?
Doctors agree that action is needed.
Our pets are precious and should not suffer silently.
The statistics don’t lie: this plan works.
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Emotive language appeals to the reader’s logic and reasoning.
True
False
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“This change will save lives, protect communities, and create hope.” This is an example of:
Appeal to hip pocket
Statistic
Emotive language
Rule of three
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Which of these is a rhetorical question?
Why wouldn't we want safer streets for children?
Who is the Prime Minister?
What is the capital of France?
Can we have ice cream after dinner?
