Persuasion Techniques

Write a brief statement the demonstrates a credibility appeal.

List 3 examples of speech topics that would benefit from an emotional appeal focused on physical needs.

What are the three general guidelines of effective persuasion?

What is selective exposure?

What is 'self-actualization'? Write a brief statement a speaker could use to appeal to a person's desire for self-actualization.

Define "emotional appeal".

Which of the following is an example of the foot-in-the-door method of asking for change?

Which of the following is an example of how to identify with your audience?

Write a brief statement the illustrates the use of cause and effect as part of a logical appeal.

Appeals to a desire for safety and self-actualization are examples of ___________.

The ____________ of persuasion is when you ask for small changes at first, then progress towards asking for larger changes.

Safety and self-actualization are examples of __________.

When pointing out specific instances you should also ________________.

Identifying cause and effect is one way to present a ____________ appeal.

Persuading your audience that you can protect them from harm is an example of a(n) ____________ appeal based on the desire for _____________.

_____________ appeal to the audiences needs, desires and wants.

Which of the following statements is correct?

"My background has given me the knowledge and experience to understand this complex issue." This statement is an example of _____________.

John asks his mother to extend his curfew from 11:00 pm to 3:00 am so he can attend a party in a near-by town with friends. His mother refuses, so John asks if she will extend the curfew until 2:00 am. She again refuses and John continues to negotiate until they decide his curfew will be 1:30 am. This is an example of _______________.

You can __________________ by pointing out shared experiences, values or beliefs.

________________ appeal to the audience's ability to reason and draw conclusions.

A good persuasive speaker anticipates ____________.

When working to persuade an audience it is important to _____________.