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Persuasive Writing Techniques #english #persuasion #persuasivetechniques #pleasantville
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1
The following is an example of a metaphor:
False
True
2
'All teenagers are lazy!' This is an example of...
a Generalisation
a Simile
an Expert Opinion
Informal language
3
What year was 'Pleasantville' released?
2010
1957
1998
1980
4
What does colourisation symbolise in Pleasantville?
Freedom
Love
Sex
Change
5
Pleasantville: how did George change colour?
he expresses his hate
he expresses his love
he cries
he lied
6
What is strange about the books in Pleasantville (at the beginning of the film)
They're all by the same author
They don't have any words in them
There are no books
They are in colour
7
"We could be attacked by terrorists any day now." This is an appeal to what?
Appeal to Family Values
Appeal to Fear
Appeal for help
Appeal to Money/Finances
8
Visuals can be used to enhance persuasive arguments. Which of the following are examples of visual language?
close ups
all of the above
lighting
colour
9
Pleasantville: what do firemen mostly do?
save cats
fix houses
save people
put out fires
10
When David returns home, how much time was lost during the entire trip to Pleasantville?
2 Hours
1 1/2 Hours
30 Minutes
1 Hour
11
Which is NOT a good example of an intended audience:
readers of a political blog
parents
secondary school students
the general public
12
'Are you kidding me?' This is an example of...
a Rhetorical Question
Metaphor
Facts and Statistics
Alliteration
13
When David returns to the real world, why does Jennifer choose to stay in Pleasantville?
She discovers a new side to herself and plans to attend college
For a relationship with Skip.
None of the above
She stays because she doesn't want to be with her family
14
What is the effect of an
appeal to patriotism
?
Makes the audience laugh
Makes the audience question their own beliefs
Inspires a feeling of pride in your country
Makes the audience feel like they're losing money
15
What is the purpose of persuasive writing/speaking?
To argue and disagree and get angry.
To convince your audience to see both sides of the story
To get people thinking
To convince your audience that your point of view is correct
16
The quote below is an example of what persuasive technique?
Repetition
Cliché
Inclusive language
Alliteration
17
Pleasantville: how did the mayor change color?
he laughs
he falls in love
he loses his temper and yells
he cries
18
Which of the following does
NOT
help with persuasive writing?
Taking a neutral stance.
A clear point of view.
Use of persuasive techniques.
Statistical evidence to support your argument.
19
Which of the following is NOT an example of form?
persuasive
opinion piece
internet text
speech
20
An example of an
Expert Opinion
is...
Ms Fox talking about the importance of space travel.
Hugh Jackman promoting baseball.
Kim Kardashian selling air conditioners.
Dr Norman Swan talking about what's good for the human body.
21
Informal language is...
Chatty, friendly, relaxed
Clear, organised, factual.
All of the above
Sophisticated, detailed, respectful
22
What is
hyperbole
?
Informal language
Emotive language
Exaggeration
Repeating the same word/phrase
23
In Pleasantville, all basketball shots
always go in
go in 1 time
never go in
sometimes go in
24
Which of the following is NOT an example of inclusive language?
It is our responsibility to take care of the earth.
We must all band together!
It is up to every one of us to take action.
It is essential that I do my best on my exams.
25
Pleasantville: what was the first thing to have color?
the gum
the apple
the rose
the people
26
What is outside of Pleasantville?
"The end of Main Street is just the beginning again"
Wisconsin
Springfield
New York
27
In what era is the TV show 'Pleasantville' based?
1970s
1950s
1940s
1960s
28
Sometimes authors use humour in their persuasive writing. Why is this effective?
It makes the writing boring to read
It makes the reader feel scared
It can make the writing more engaging
It makes the author's argument seem more believable
29
An anecdote is?
Noting a relationship between actions or events
Attacking an opponent's character
A short account of a particular incident or event
Something intended to divert attention
30
What is a
contention
?
An appeal to justice
The audience's first impression of a piece
The author's main argument
The audience's response to an argument
31
'Using statistics and facts to support an argument' is what persuasive technique?
Alliteration
Use of Evidence
Appeal to fear
Use of Repetition
32
Who directed 'Pleasantville'?
James Cameron
John Eckert
Gary Ross
Stephen Spielberg
33
'Global warming is real! Because of carbon emissions, there is a hole in the Ozone layer.' This is an example of:
Cause and effect
Appeal to sympathy
Metaphor
Alliteration
34
Pleasantville: how did Jennifer gain her color?
she ate a fruit that has color
she kisses someone
she reads a book
she hit someone
35
What is the initial world of Pleasantville like?
Perfect with no mistakes or errors
Just like living on Mars
Everybody makes mistakes, no one is perfect
A normal kind of world
36
What is tone when analysing a persuasive text?
a person's volume in their voice
The use of negative words
The author's 'voice' - gives insight into the writer's attitude
A musical or vocal sound
37
Which of these is
NOT
an example of emotive/loaded language?
How dare these vile people kill such beautiful creatures?
These vicious criminals must be brought to justice!
Whales should not be killed.
It is a monstrous and cruel attack on an endangered species!
38
The author is making an
appeal to justice
when...
They make the reader feel that something is unfair.
They compare one thing with another.
They make the reader feel included by saying 'we' and 'us'.
They use facts and statistics.
39
How did David and Jennifer get into Pleasantville?
Hot Tub Time Machine
Remote Control
A Magic Doorbell
Tornado
