4.2.1 - Deconstructing Advertisements
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Practice Questions
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What is the main claim of a recent advertisement you saw?
💡 Hint: Look for the message that prompts action, like 'Buy now!'
Who is the target audience for mobile phone ads?
💡 Hint: Consider who frequently accesses mobile technology.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is a main claim in an advertisement?
💡 Hint: Think about what action the ad encourages.
True or False: All advertisements have a clearly stated main claim.
💡 Hint: Consider ads you’ve seen that suggest instead of state.
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Challenge Problems
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Select a print advertisement and analyze how it employs ethos, pathos, and logos. Provide specific examples and evaluate the effectiveness of each appeal.
💡 Hint: Look closely at the images, words, and any testimonials used in the advertisement.
Critically compare two advertisements for the same product from different brands. Assess how each uses claim, target audience, and rhetorical appeals uniquely.
💡 Hint: Look for differences in their messaging, tone, and the emotional responses they seek to elicit.
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