An advertisement shows people cheering for their home team at a sporting event with a voice over that says, “Our team is the best, and our fans are the best.” What persuasive technique is being used? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)

Responses

flattering the audience
flattering the audience

identification
identification

factual evidence
factual evidence

celebrity testimonials
celebrity testimonials

attacks on the competition

1 answer

The two correct answers for the persuasive technique being used in the advertisement are:

  1. flattering the audience - The voiceover implies that being a fan of the team makes the audience special or part of something great.

  2. identification - By saying "our team" and "our fans," the advertisement creates a sense of belonging and community among the viewers, encouraging them to identify with the team and its supporters.

So the selected answers are:

  • flattering the audience
  • identification