Sometimes authors use humour in their persuasive writing. Why is this effective?

It can make the writing more engaging

Which is an example of a proper CLAIM?

People should treat dogs like a member of their family.

The author is making an appeal to justice when...

They make the reader feel that something is unfair.

An example of an Expert Opinion is...

Ms Beyen encouraging people to learn Arial Hoop.

What is the purpose of persuasive writing/speaking?

To convince your audience that your point of view is correct

Loaded Language is ..

the use of strong positive or negative words in writing.

What is the effect of an appeal to patriotism?

Inspires a feeling of pride in your country

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1
'All teenagers are lazy!' This is an example of...
a Generalization
a Simile
Emotive language
an Expert Opinion
2
Sometimes authors use humour in their persuasive writing. Why is this effective?
It can make the writing more engaging
It makes the reader feel scared
It makes the author's argument seem more believable
It makes the writing boring to read
3
What is hyperbole?
Repeating the same word/phrase
Exaggeration
Informal language
Emotive language
4
Which is an example of a proper CLAIM?
Everyone loves dogs.
People all over the world have dogs.
People should treat dogs like a member of their family.
I love dogs!
5
'Using statistics and facts to support an argument' is what persuasive technique?
Use of Evidence
Appeal to fear
Use of Repetition
Alliteration
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The author is making an appeal to justice when...
They use facts and statistics.
They make the reader feel included by saying 'we' and 'us'.
They make the reader feel that something is unfair.
They compare one thing with another.
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An example of an Expert Opinion is...
Kim Kardashian selling air conditioners.
Ms French promotes space travel.
Hugh Jackman promoting baseball.
Ms Beyen encouraging people to learn Arial Hoop.
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Which of the following does NOT help with persuasive writing?
A clear point of view.
Taking a neutral stance.
Statistical evidence to support your argument.
Use of persuasive techniques.
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Appeal to Vanity
All of the above.
uses flattery to win people over.
uses people's good looks to win them over.
gears towards the way people feel about themselves.
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What is the purpose of persuasive writing/speaking?
To argue and disagree and get angry.
Refusing to listen to another person's opinion.
To tell people a story.
To convince your audience that your point of view is correct
11
Loaded Language is ..
the use of flattery to win people over.
using of good words
the use of strong positive or negative words in writing.
using bad words.
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'Global warming is real! Because of carbon emissions, there is a hole in the Ozone layer!'
Cause and effect
Alliteration
Appeal to sympathy
Metaphor
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"We could be attacked by terrorists any day now." This is an appeal to what?
Appeal to Fear
Appeal to Family Values
Appeal to Money/Finances
Appeal for help
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What is the effect of an appeal to patriotism?
Inspires a feeling of pride in your country
Makes the audience question their own beliefs
Makes the audience laugh
Makes the audience feel like they're losing money

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