Tone
Audience/Stakeholders
Persuasive Language Techniques
Current Topics/Debates 2
100

What tone does this phrase use?

"With every challenge, the team grew stronger, believing that success was just around the corner."

Optimistic

100

Who is the stakeholder?

""Whether you're a seasoned traveler or a first-timer, these tips will help you make the most of your next vacation."

Travellers

100

What is a persuasive language technique?

techniques used by authors to convince readers of their point of view, and to sway them to their point of view.

100

What is climate change?

This global phenomenon refers to the gradual increase in Earth's average temperature due to human activities like burning fossil fuels, which impacts weather patterns, sea levels, and ecosystems.

200

What tone does this phrase use?

"Clearly, the best way to prepare students for the challenges of the modern world is to teach them fear and compliance with a paddle in hand. Who needs empathy or communication when you can just bring back corporal punishment, right?"

Sarcastic or Sardonic or Scornful

200

Who is the stakeholder?

"This guide is designed for first-time homebuyers looking to navigate the real estate market."

First time homebuyers

200

What is ethos, pathos and logos?

ethos - credibility

pathos - emotions

logos - logic


200

Which state in Australia has the highest youth crime rate?


Victoria

300

What tone does this phrase use?

"Those warm summer evenings, with the sound of waves crashing and the scent of salt in the air, feel like they belong to another lifetime."

Nostalgia

300

Who is the audience?

"In this tutorial, we will cover the basics of coding for beginners, with step-by-step instructions."

Beginner coders

300

Which persuasive language technique is used here:

"I’ve told you a million times, this is the best product out there!"


Hyperbole/Exaggeration

300

Who is Erin Patterson?

Found guilty of murdering dinner guests with death cap mushrooms (thanks Merrycat)

400

What tone does this phrase use and what does it highlight?

"The government's abrupt funding freeze, deemed unlawful by the courts, has cast a long shadow over international aid, prompting urgent calls for accountability and reform"

Alarmed, highlighting the potential humanitarian consequences of the funding cut

400

Who is the stakeholder?


"As the world becomes more interconnected, professionals in technology must constantly adapt to the evolving demands of cybersecurity."

Tech professionals, especially those in cybersecurity

400

Which persuasive language technique is used here:

"Imagine the look on your child's face as they open their first gift on Christmas morning—don’t you want to be the one to make that moment happen?"

Pathos

Loaded/Strong Language

400

What deal did Australia make with Canada recently?

Canada announces C$6bn deal with Australia to develop Arctic radar missile-detection system

500

What tone does this phrase use and what does it highlight? What specific vocabulary choices hint to it?

"The former Meta official's exposé, flying off shelves with unprecedented speed, has thrust the tech giant into a storm of scrutiny, with insiders scrambling to address the revelations."

It conveys a sense of urgency and upheaval, highlighting the rapid success of the exposé and the resulting chaos within the company. Words like "storm," "scrambling," and "thrust" contribute to a feeling of disruption and turmoil, emphasising the high stakes and the pressure on those involved.

500

Who is the stakeholder?

The increasing reliance on artificial intelligence in healthcare necessitates a profound reevaluation of ethical standards and regulatory frameworks

Professionals in healthcare, AI researchers, or policy makers

500

Which persuasive language technique is used here:

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times."

Antithesis

500

Which social media platform has the most users?

Facebook