Question

Sample Response: The persuasive techniques that Franklin D. Roosevelt uses in his speech achieve his goal of gathering support for a declaration of war. Roosevelt uses loaded language such as "onslaught,” "premediated invasion,” "treachery,” and "hostilities” to create fear and anger in the audience. He also effectively uses the bandwagon technique to win over people who have doubts about war by claiming that "the people of the United States” agrees with him. Overall, Roosevelt effectively uses persuasive techniques to sway the audience.

What did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

persuasive techniques used
examples from the speech
a statement about effectiveness

Answer 1

- persuasive techniques used — Yes (loaded language, bandwagon)
- examples from the speech — Yes (quoted words and the phrase "the people of the United States")
- a statement about effectiveness — Yes ("Overall, Roosevelt effectively uses persuasive techniques to sway the audience.")