1. Whenever anyone presents an argument, we first evaluate whether or not we can trust them. This persuasive strategy is called ________.
A. Claim
B. Ethos
C. Logos
D. Pathos

2. The purpose of persuasive writing is to ________.
A. convince the reader
B. describe a series of events
C. entertain the reader
D. inform the reader

3. Which of the following is NOT an example of persuasive writing?
A. A billboard advertisement
B. An editorial
C. A letter to the editor
D. A newspaper article

4. Which of the following is a persuasive text?
A. a comic strip
B. an obituary
C. a photo of a political figure
D. a political speech

5. Attempting to persuade a reader by triggering his/her feelings about a subject is known as an appeal to ________.
A. authority
B. emotions
C. reason
D. claim