Short Answer Questions
1. What is persuasive writing
Ans: A persuasive writing is that we convince someone for something like to play
football,cricket or anything else
2. Why is it important to have a clear opinion (thesis statement) in persuasive writing?
Ans: Clear opinion is important in persuasive writing because if we dont have clear opinion
then our persuasive writing will be look like fake
3. What does the rhetorical device 'ethos' refer to in persuasive writing? Give an example.
"As a student who loves sports and knows how important exercise is, I believe
more recess would help all of us."
4. How does the use of emotions (pathos) help in persuasive writing? Can you give an
example?
Emotions we share our felling in persuasive writting
5. What is the role of logic and facts (logos) in persuasive writing? Provide an example of
how you might use logos.
If we share facts about something in persuasive writting they helps us for example:Please
come i want to play football because i am not felling good
6. Why should a persuasive writer address opposing viewpoints?
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What is the main purpose of persuasive writing?
a) To inform the reader about a topic
b) To entertain the reader with stories
c) To convince the reader to agree with an opinion or take action
d) To describe an event in detail
Answer:C
2. Which of the following is an example of ethos in persuasive writing?
a) "According to the World Health Organization, children should get 60 minutes of exercise
every day."
b) "Imagine how happy you will feel if we get longer recess!
c) "As a teacher with 10 years of experience, I believe this idea will work.
d) "Studies show that exercise helps improve brain function."
Answer:A
3. What is the purpose of using pathos (emotion) in persuasive writing?
a) To make the argument sound logical
b) To show the writer is trustworthy
c) To make the audience feel something, like happiness, anger, or fear
d) To explain facts and statistics
Answer: D
4. Which of the following would be an example of logos (logical argument) in persuasive
writing?
a) "Research shows that eating vegetables helps kids stay healthy and do better in
school."
b) "Think about how much fun you'll have playing outside with your friends."
c) "As a parent, I believe this plan will work because it keeps kids healthy."
d) "I promise this plan will make everyone happy."
Answer:D
5. Which of the following is a good way to end a persuasive essay?
a) Introduce a new idea to confuse the reader
b) Restate your opinion and encourage the reader to take action
c) Ask the reader to forget your argument
d) Provide more facts without any conclusion
Answer: B
6. Which of these is NOT an element of persuasive writing?
a) Clear opinion (thesis statement)
b) Acknowledging the other side's opinion
c) Using only personal experiences
d) Giving reasons and supporting them with facts
Answer: C
7. What is the main purpose of acknowledging opposing viewpoints in persuasive writing?
a) To confuse the reader
b) To show that you understand both sides of the argument
c) To make your argument weaker
d) To make your opinion the only one that matters
Answer: B
8. Which rhetorical device would you use if you want to make the reader feel excited or
inspired?
a) Ethos
b) Logos
c) Pathos
d) All of the above
Answer: A
True or False
1. In persuasive writing, you should always avoid addressing the other side’s argument.
Answer: False
2. Ethos is about using facts and research to support your opinion.
Answer: True
3. Logos involves making the reader feel emotional about the argument.
Answer: True
4. A good persuasive writer includes a clear thesis, strong evidence, and a conclusion.
Answer: true
Bonus: Identify the Rhetorical Device
Read the following statements and identify whether they use ethos, pathos, or logos:
1. "As a scientist with years of experience studying the human brain, I can tell you that
exercise improves memory and focus."
- Answer: Yes
2. "Imagine how great it will feel to be part of a team that is making the school a better
place!"
- Answer: NO
3. "Statistics show that 80% of students perform better when they get enough sleep each
night."
- Answer: YES
