The Art of Using Language to Persuade

The Art of Using Language to Persuade
Rhetoric The Art of Using Language to Persuade

How well can you persuade others?
Choose a side of the room depending on whether you agree or disagree with the following statements.

Choose a side… Legalized physician-assisted suicide has improved the care of terminally ill patients.

Choose a side… The return of Mexican immigrants to Mexico is hurting the US economy.

Choose a side… Laws permitting concealed weapons ensure public safety.

Choose a side… A federal constitutional amendment is needed to stop gay marriage.

Choose a side… Technological innovation must be limited to protect humanity.

Choose a side… Abortion violates human rights.

Choose a side… Marijuana is dangerous and should not be legalized.

Choose a side… Using animals for medical testing is both ethical and essential.

Choose a side… Media influence on teenage sexuality is significant, and should be further regulated.

Choose a side… Addiction to video gaming is a problem.

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