Q: Identify the technique:
“We must act now. We must speak now. We must change now.”
A: Repetition.
Explanation: It emphasizes urgency and reinforces the message.
Q: Which part of the introduction clearly states the speaker’s position?
A: The thesis statement.
Q: Identify the technique:
“This cruel and devastating problem affects innocent students.”
A: Emotive language.
Explanation: It provokes emotional responses from the audience.
Q: What is a call to action?
A: A statement that tells the audience what to do next.
Explanation: It gives purpose to the speech’s conclusion.
Q: Which persuasive technique is used to build trust and credibility?
A: Ethos.
Explanation: It makes the speaker appear reliable and knowledgeable.
Q: What makes an introduction weak, even if the topic is important?
A: Lack of a hook, clear thesis, or context.
Explanation: The audience may lose interest or feel confused.
Q: Why is repetition effective in speeches?
A: It reinforces key ideas.
Explanation: Repeated ideas are more memorable and persuasive.
Q: What happens if a speech ends without a clear call to action?
A: The audience may not know what to do.
Explanation: The speech loses impact and purpose.