Persuasion Practice for Test

Which persuasive technique is used? 

Speech or writing that is false or misleading (intentional)

A statement that is generally accepted to be true, but cannot always be proved.

Which persuasive appeal is used?

 All horses have five legs  I have a horse.  My horse must have five legs.

What persuasion technique is used?

An error in reasoning - many start with false assumptions or mistaken beliefs (unintentional)

Extreme descriptions of people or positions

Which persuasive technique is used?

Flawed ideas as a result of not considering other possible answers or interpretations.

General principle that most readers would agree is true

Which persuasive technique is used?

Persuasive techniques used to create emphasis or stir emotion.

The writer's position on a problem or issue

A claim supported by reasons and evidence

What persuasion technique is used?

“You will simply love these shoes.”

An error in reasoning - many start with false assumptions or mistaken beliefs (unintentional)

Which persuasive technique is used?

Which persuasive appeal is used?