An ad shows three friends wearing sneakers. They are captured jumping mid-air, smiling. The text on the ad says, “It’s a good day to feel like you’re walking on clouds.”

Question

Which example of persuasive language would demonstrate a manipulation of evidence if the writers were to add it to the advertisement?

(1 point)
Responses

“The coolest people wear our sneakers. Join the club.”
“The coolest people wear our sneakers. Join the club.”

“Relish the toe-hugging technology in the most comfortable shoe you’ll ever wear.”
“Relish the toe-hugging technology in the most comfortable shoe you’ll ever wear.”

“Other brands can cause back and knee problems.”
“Other brands can cause back and knee problems.”

“Back problem? Skip the doctor and try our sneakers!”

Answer 1

The example of persuasive language that would demonstrate a manipulation of evidence if the writers were to add it to the advertisement is:

“Other brands can cause back and knee problems.”

This statement implies negative consequences related to other brands without providing evidence to support the claim, thus manipulating the evidence against competitors to make the advertised sneakers seem like a better choice.

Answer 2

Which media innovation first sparked the growth of media’s influence over culture?(1 point)
Responses

radio and television
radio and television

newspaper mass production
newspaper mass production

smartphone mass production
smartphone mass production

internet and computers

Answer 3

The media innovation that first sparked the growth of media’s influence over culture is:

newspaper mass production

The invention of the printing press and subsequent mass production of newspapers allowed for information to be disseminated widely, significantly influencing public opinion and cultural norms long before the rise of radio, television, smartphones, or the internet.