The passage uses emotional appeal and testimonials as persuasive techniques to attract teens to the amusement park. The phrase "scariest roller coaster in the world" evokes excitement and thrill, appealing to the desire for adventure that many teens seek. Additionally, the quote from a visitor, “It was the most fun I’ve ever had in my life!” serves as a testimonial that enhances credibility and encourages potential visitors to envision their own fun experience at the park. These techniques work together to create a compelling invitation for teens to visit.
All teens love our amusement park. It has the scariest roller coaster in the world! As one visitor said, “It was the most fun I’ve ever
had in my life!”
In 3–5 sentences, analyze the use of persuasive techniques in the passage, and cite an example of each.
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