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Modes of Persuasion
Examples of Persuasion
Types of Evidence
Random
100

a statement of belief or feeling

an opinion 

100

This persuasive technique taps into people's compassion for others.

emotional appeal

100

All skin types can be harmed by the sun’s ultraviolet rays. It is up to you to take action to avoid getting skin cancer.

This is an example of _______appeal. 

Emotional appeal

100

In a claim or argument, evidence can include ______, ________, ________, __________, and __________.

facts, examples, statistics, quotations, and anecdotes.

100

What does R.A.C.E. stand for? 

Restate, Answer, Cite, & Explain. 

200

a statement that can be proved or has been proven....

a fact

200

This persuasive technique taps into people's need to be part of the elite. 

Snob appeal 

200

This appeal uses celebrities or experts to support an idea/product.

Testimonial 

200

studies that have been scientifically proven to be true.

Facts

200
What is a fragment? 

An incomplete sentence. 

300

consists of reasons and evidence used to back up a claim/argument 

support

300

This appeal uses words with strong positive or negative connotations (associations).

Loaded language

300

This appeal links a claim to what society sees as “the right thing.” This appeal makes the writer and their claim seem trustworthy.

Ethical appeal 

300

facts stated in numbers.

Statistics

300

When writing an essay, which source(s) would need to be credited?

websites, articles, studies, statistics, anecdotes, interviews, videos, poems, lyrics, and any other information that comes from others. 

400

includes facts, statistics, quotations, or anecdotes that support reasons

evidence

400

This appeal uses celebrities or experts to support an idea/product. What type of persuasive technique is this?

Testimonial appeal

400

"As an Olympic athlete, I need all the energy I can get. That's why I drink Gatorade."

what type of persuasive technique is this?

Testimonial appeal

400

exact word-for-word statements from others. Usually, statements from experts on the topic provide strong, reliable evidence.

Quotations

400

When writing an essay, which source would NOT need to be credited?


Personal experience or knowledge. 

500

statements that explain a person's beliefs or actions

reasons

500

This persuasive technique taps into people's need to be “one of the group.”

Bandwagon appeal

500

"Start your day with Sunny Delight's refreshing, all-natural juice."......which persuasive technique is this?

Loaded language (words with positive associations)

500

brief stories or accounts of events that prove a point about the topic.

Anecdotes 

500

What is a fragment missing?

A subject (noun) or verb. 

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