1. Elements of Persuasion
Test Review

2. Argument/Persuasion Terms (Yes – define them)
Anaphora
Parallel structure
Rhetoric
Thesis
Common place assertion
Diction
Ethos
Pathos
Logos

3. Argument/Persuasion Terms - definitions
Anaphora – repetition of the same word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses
Parallel structure – the repetition of similar grammatical structures to link related ideas
Rhetoric – the skillful use of language to persuade an audience
Thesis – the statement that describes the main point/controlling idea of a composition/essay
Common place assertion – a statement that many people think is true
Diction – the choice of words & arrangement in which they are used
Ethos – an appeal to credibility or ethics
Pathos – a persuasive appeal to emotions
Logos – an appeal based on logic
Rhetorical Question – is asked to make a point; no answer expected

4. “Position on Dodge ball in Physical Education”
What is the NASPE’s position on today’s children regarding dodge ball?
What widely accepted value does the NASPE use to persuade you?
Find one example of logos
The NASPE dislikes dodge ball because…?

5. “The Weak Shall Inherit the Gym”
What is the tone the author uses to persuade you?
List examples of humor the author uses to persuade you.
Why do children need to play dodge ball according to the article?
List an example of emotional appeal

6. “No More Pep Rallies” Find an example of Common Place Assertion
What is the writer trying to persuade us to do in the article.
Find an example of opinion in the article
Find an example of a rhetorical question in the article.
Find an example of a fact in the article