Practice Other Persuasive Techniques (brief Introduction) (3.3)

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Question 1.
What is repetition in persuasive writing?
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Think about how slogans are used in ads.
Question 2.
Can you name an example of a rhetorical question?
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Consider phrases that make you ponder.
3Question 3.
What technique involves repeating words for emphasis?
- Repetition
- Metaphor
- Rhetorical Question
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Think of how slogans are often used.
4Question 4.
True or False: Rhetorical questions are meant to be answered.
- True
- False
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Consider famous speeches.
Question 5.
Craft a persuasive paragraph using at least three different persuasive techniques discussed in this section. Explain how each technique enhances your argument.
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Look back at the techniques we've discussed for guidance.
Question 6.
Evaluate a famous speech, identifying the use of rhetorical questions and analogies. Discuss their effectiveness in persuasion.
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Consider speeches by leaders in different movements.

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