Practice The Power Of Persuasion: Understanding Argument And Rhetoric (1) - Unit 1: The Power of Persuasion: Understanding Argument and Rhetoric
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The Power of Persuasion: Understanding Argument and Rhetoric

Practice - The Power of Persuasion: Understanding Argument and Rhetoric

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What are three common purposes of writing?

💡 Hint: Think about why an author writes a piece and what they hope to achieve.

Question 2 Easy

What is a thesis statement?

💡 Hint: Consider what summary can encapsulate the main idea of an essay.

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a persuasive text?

To inform
To entertain
To persuade

💡 Hint: Remember the common intentions behind writing.

Question 2

True or False: All advertisements are objective and unbiased.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the nature of advertising.

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Challenge Problems

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a recent ad campaign and identify the author's purpose, the intended audience, and any forms of bias present.

💡 Hint: Consider elements like language, imagery, and presented statistics.

Challenge 2 Hard

Draft a persuasive argument on a controversial topic, ensuring to include a clear thesis, supporting reasons, and anticipated counterarguments.

💡 Hint: Think about how you can utilize ethos, pathos, and logos effectively to strengthen your argument.

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