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- 1. Multiple Choice
What does persuasion mean?
the action of persuading someone to do or believe something
the action of pushing someone physically
the action of loving someone deeply
the action of fighting
- 2. Multiple Choice
A strong argument always presents a claim, provides support, and anticipates the opposing viewpoint and addresses it with a counterargument.
True
False
- 3. Multiple Choice
A _____ is the writer's position on a problem or issue.
Argument
Support
Evidence
Claim
- 4. Multiple Choice
______ is the reason and evidence that back up a claim.
Viewpoint
Opposite
Support
Counterargument
- 5. Multiple Choice
A ______ is an argument that addresses the opposite viewpoint with more evidence.
Evidence
Counterargument
Claim
Position
- 6. Multiple Choice
A direct claim sounds like a suggestion.
True
False
- 7. Multiple Choice
"Vitamins are good for you." is an example of a...
direct claim
indirect claim
- 8. Multiple Choice
An indirect claim is simply stated.
True
False
- 9. Multiple Choice
"Take your vitamins -- feel the difference." is an example of a(n)...
indirect claim
direct claim
- 10. Multiple Choice
Persuasive techniques are commonly used in arguments.
True
False
- 11. Multiple Choice
______ appeal taps into people's desire to belong.
Ethical
Emotional
Loaded Language
Bandwagon
- 12. Multiple Choice
______ appeal links the claim to a widely accepted value.
Emotional
Ethical
Bandwagon
Loaded Language
- 13. Multiple Choice
Emotional appeal uses words with strong positive or negative meanings.
True
False
- 14. Multiple Choice
Rhetoric is the art of _______ or writing as means of communication or persuasion.
singing
dancing
speaking
skating
- 15. Multiple Choice
Reason is a statement of explanation.
True
False
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