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Reading - Persuasive Devices
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This page describes a Qedoc learning module or quiz entitled "Reading - Persuasive Devices". You can download the module from this page to put on your computer. You can also launch the module straight off the web using the launch quiz link on the right-hand side of this page. Another way to access this quiz is to install the Qedoc Quiz Player and bring up its directory of downloadable quizzes. Whichever way you choose to use it, it's free.
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Description
This is an language arts module on understanding persuasive devices used in texts. The questions used are all multiple choice, but structured towards different educational goals.
Sample questions
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- Read the following paragraph: "Happy Gilmore is an excellent golfer, who should be allowed to continue playing in the tournament (A) . Gilmore consistently scores well--coming in under par (B). Unfortunately, Gilmore can be loud and somewhat disruptive (C). Although some say Gilmore should not be able to continue playing golf (D), Gilmore’s nontraditional approach brings new audiences to the game." Which sentence best demonstrates a counterargument?
- Read the following paragraph: "Happy Gilmore is an excellent golfer, who should be allowed to continue playing in the tournament (A) . Gilmore consistently scores well--coming in under par (B). Unfortunately, Gilmore can be loud and somewhat disruptive (C). Although some say Gilmore should not be able to continue playing golf (D), Gilmore’s nontraditional approach brings new audiences to the game." Which sentence best demonstrates a purpose?
- Read the following paragraph: "Happy Gilmore is an excellent golfer, who should be allowed to continue playing in the tournament (A) . Gilmore consistently scores well--coming in under par (B). Unfortunately, Gilmore can be loud and somewhat disruptive (C). Although some say Gilmore should not be able to continue playing golf (D), Gilmore’s nontraditional approach brings new audiences to the game." Which sentence best demonstrates a pro?
- Read the following paragraph: "Happy Gilmore is an excellent golfer, who should be allowed to continue playing in the tournament (A) . Gilmore consistently scores well--coming in under par (B). Unfortunately, Gilmore can be loud and somewhat disruptive (C). Although some say Gilmore should not be able to continue playing golf (D), Gilmore’s nontraditional approach brings new audiences to the game." Which sentence best demonstrates a con?
- Read the following paragraph: "It’s difficult for new parents to return to work and leave their children at daycare (A). However, new brain research shows children in daycares with responsive staff do just as well as those cared for by their parents (B). The smiling staff of Teddy Bear’s Daycare are excited to help you make this transition, caring for your children just as you would(C)." Which sentence best demonstrates an emotional appeal?
- Read the following paragraph: "It’s difficult for new parents to return to work and leave their children at daycare (A). However, new brain research shows children in daycares with responsive staff do just as well as those cared for by their parents (B). The smiling staff of Teddy Bear’s Daycare are excited to help you make this transition, caring for your children just as you would(C)." Which sentence best demonstrates an appeal of reason?
- Read the following paragraph: "Brushing your teeth is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy (A). If you don’t brush your teeth, bacteria in your mouth can enter your bloodstream through your gums (B). In fact, 50% of bacterial infections start in your mouth (C)." Which sentence best demonstrates a statistic?
- Read the following paragraph: "Brushing your teeth is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy (A). If you don’t brush your teeth, bacteria in your mouth can enter your bloodstream through your gums (B). In fact, 50% of bacterial infections start in your mouth (C)." Which sentence best demonstrates an opinion?
- Read the following paragraph: "Brushing your teeth is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy (A). If you don’t brush your teeth, bacteria in your mouth can enter your bloodstream through your gums (B). In fact, 50% of bacterial infections start in your mouth (C)." Which sentence best demonstrates a fact?
- "Don’t settle for any shoe. Get Verso and spring into action with the lightest, most supportive, and flexible shoe available!" This example best illustrates which persuasive device?
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