1. Persuasive Techniques Literature Book p. 964 Mrs. Diefert 8 th Grade

2. Appeals by Association Bandwagon Appeal: Taps into people’s desire to belong. Example-Millions of teens have made City Jeanz apart of their wardrobe. What are you waiting for?

3. Appeals by Association Snob Appeal: Taps into people’s need to feel superior to others. Example- Join the Brookside Club for Seasoned Skiers- Because your way beyond the beginner slopes.

4. Appeals by Association Testimonial: Relies on the backing of a celebrity, an expert, or a satisfied customer. Example- As a supermodel, it's important for me to have a great smile. Brite Strips whiten your teeth without the wait.

5. Appeals by Association Transfer: Connects a product, a candidate, or a cause with a positive image or idea. Example- Vote for cleaner air. Vote for Tony Leonard.

6. Appeal to Values Ethical Appeal: Tries to gain moral support for a claim by linking the claim to a widely accepted value. Example- If you believe that every child deserves a good education, support the Great Minds Organization.

7. Emotional Appeals Appeal to Fear: Makes people feel as if their safety, security, or health is in danger. Example- How clean are the hotel rooms you’re staying in? You’ll be shocked by what our documentary reveals.

8. Emotional Appeals Appeal to Pity: Taps into people’s compassion for others. Example- For the cost of one cup of coffee a day, you could save a life.

9. Word Choice Loaded Language: Uses works with strongly positive or negative connotations to stir people’s emotions. Example- The alley next to the parking lot is dark and dangerous. Vote to increase the number of street lamps in our neighborhood. Residents deserve to feel safe and protected.