#1
Which of the following is an example of ethos as a persuasive technique?
Citing credible sources in an argument
Appealing to emotions to sway opinions
Using logical reasoning to support a claim
Employing strong, authoritative language
#2
In an advertisement, a company showcases testimonials from satisfied customers. What persuasive technique is being utilized?
#3
Which of the following is an example of bandwagon as a persuasive technique?
Highlighting the benefits of a product
Using testimonials from experts
Stating that everyone is using a particular product
Presenting logical arguments in favor of a proposal
#4
A news article presents only one side of a controversial issue without acknowledging opposing viewpoints. What is this an example of?
Confirmation bias
Straw man argument
Appeal to ignorance
False dichotomy
#5
In an argumentative essay, what is the purpose of a counterargument?
To support the main argument
To acknowledge and respond to opposing viewpoints
To divert attention away from the main topic
To confuse the reader with conflicting information
#6
Which of the following is an example of a logical fallacy?
Using statistics to support an argument
Appealing to authority without relevant expertise
Presenting both sides of an issue before drawing a conclusion
Appealing to fear to persuade an audience
#7
What is the purpose of a straw man argument?
To present a counterargument in a debate
To distort or misrepresent an opponent's argument
To appeal to an audience's emotions
To use humor to discredit an opposing viewpoint
#8
Which of the following is NOT a rhetorical appeal?
#9
What is the main purpose of a slippery slope argument?
To establish causation between two events
To predict the future consequences of an action
To highlight the emotional impact of a decision
To discredit an opposing viewpoint by exaggerating its consequences
#10
What is the purpose of using anecdotes in persuasive writing?
To provide statistical evidence
To evoke emotions and connect with the audience
To present logical reasoning
To establish authority on the subject
#11
In a political speech, the speaker repeatedly emphasizes the opponent's flaws rather than addressing the real issues at hand. What fallacy is being committed?
Ad hominem
Red herring
Appeal to authority
False dichotomy
#12
Which fallacy occurs when someone suggests that taking a first step will lead to subsequent undesirable steps, without providing evidence that such a progression would occur?
Slippery slope
Appeal to emotion
Hasty generalization
False analogy
#13
What is the term for using vivid language to evoke sensory experiences and appeal to emotions?
Metaphor
Hyperbole
Imagery
Alliteration
#14
Which fallacy occurs when someone attacks a person's character or motives instead of addressing the argument itself?
Red herring
Appeal to authority
Ad hominem
Straw man
#15
Which fallacy involves assuming that because one event happened after another, the first event caused the second?
Ad hominem
Post hoc ergo propter hoc
False analogy
Appeal to authority