Persuasive Techniques 1
A question that does not need an answer is called a...
Rhetorical Question
Repetition
Identify a persuasive technique in the sentence below:
"They are monsters for what they have done to small businesses!"
Emotive Language
Identify one technique in the sentence below:
"People like you and me don't want to see this happen."
Inclusive language
When words like "us" and "we" are used in a persuasive text...
Direct Address/Inclusive Language
When an advertisement quotes doctors or surgeons.
Expert Opinion
List 1-2 persuasive technique in the sentence below.
"We must take action to stop climate change!"
Call to Action
Direct Address
Identify 1-2 techniques in the sentences below:
"Stop, look and listen when crossing the road. You could lose your life for the small mistake of being impatient."
Threes
Emotive language
Language that makes us feel something is called...
Emotive Language
When someone expresses their personal point of view.
Opinion
Identify 1-2 persuasive technique in the sentence below:
"The government's policies are pathetic and what the country needs is change!"
Opinion
Emotive Language
Identify 1-2 techniques in the sentences below:
"Now is the time to make real the promises of democracy. Now is the time to rise from the dark and desolate valley of segregation to the sunlit path of racial justice. Now is the time to lift our nation from the quick sands of racial injustice to the solid rock of brotherhood."
Repetition
Emotive language
Another name for a personal story is called a...
Anecdote
When three words or phrases are put together to make something catchy or memorable.
Threes
Identify 1-3 persuasive technique in the sentence below:
"According to a Professor Liesing 76% of all facts on the internet are made up"
Expert Opinion
Facts
Statistics
Identify 2-3 techniques in the sentences below:
"Industry professionals agree that NRMA Home Insurance is the best protection for your house. 90% of our clients say NRMA helped them save up to $500 a year on their insurance. Wouldn't you want the best for your family?"
Expert opinion
Statistics
Rhetorical question
When an advertisement orders or commands you to do something.
Imperative
When numerical data is used to make an argument sound more scientific and credible.
Statistics
Identify 1-3 persuasive technique in the sentence below:
"In my personal experience, I've only had wonderful experiences at Brentwood! You should check it out."
Opinion
Anecdote
Imperative
Identify as many techniques as you can in this video advertisement.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQTrTiFbdSI
(start 1:00)
Emotive language
Direct address
Repetition
Expert Opinion
Anecdote
Imperative