Question 46
IGCSE_MODEL_QUESTIONS_VOL1
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2021
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ENGLISH_LANGUAGE
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objective
You are given the following excerpt from a speech delivered by a school headteacher:
"Our school has always strived for excellence, but recent exam results show we must do more. By working together, embracing new technologies, and supporting each other, we can raise our standards. Let us commit today to a brighter future."
Identify two persuasive techniques used in the excerpt, evaluate the effectiveness of each, and suggest one alternative technique that could strengthen the speech.
Answer Options
A.
The speech uses (i) an anecdotal story, which is ineffective because it lacks relevance, and (ii) repetition of key phrases, which can become monotonous. An alternative technique that could strengthen it is the inclusion of expert testimony to add authority.
Correct Answer
B.
The speech uses (i) an appeal to collective responsibility, which is effective because it fosters unity, and (ii) a positive future vision, which motivates by offering hope. An alternative technique that could strengthen it is the inclusion of a specific statistic or evidence to increase credibility.
C.
The speech uses (i) an appeal to authority, which is ineffective because the headteacher is not an expert in the subject, and (ii) a bandwagon appeal, which may feel manipulative. An alternative technique that could strengthen it is the use of vivid visual imagery to illustrate the desired future.
D.
The speech uses (i) an appeal to fear, which is ineffective because it creates anxiety, and (ii) a rhetorical question, which confuses the audience. An alternative technique that could strengthen it is the use of humor to engage listeners.
Correct Answer
B
Correct Option:
The speech uses (i) an appeal to collective responsibility, which is effective because it fosters unity, and (ii) a positive future vision, which motivates by offering hope. An alternative technique that could strengthen it is the inclusion of a specific statistic or evidence to increase credibility.
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Igcse Model Questions Vol1
2021
English Language
Question 46.
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2021
Igcse Model Questions Vol1
English Language
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Difficulty level:
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