Thursday, 17 October 2019


                Persuasive Technique         Example                                 Details/Elaboration
1.                   symbols                          *an apple with a bite           *Pictures are easily remembered.

2.                   fear                                 *having a wrinkly shirt        *People do not want to be ridiculed
  and looking poor at a                 or criticized.
 presentation
3.                   humour                         *puppy monkey baby             *Comical things create a sense of ease.


4.                   telling lies                      *world renowned artist          *People wish to trust statements.

5.                   testimonies                   *Kim Kardashian supports..   *People put their faith in famous people.


6.                   repetition                      * 967-11-11                                *It is a very simple learning technique.

7.                   name calling                  *Don’t be a Tommy Texter!     *By lumping people in a group or

            giving them a bad title, people feel
            like they are being singled out.


8.                   flattery                           *Because you’re worth it!        *False praise is given to people to
           feed their ego.

9.                   bribery                           *Get 10% off your next purchase!     *People are rewarded for consuming.
10.                bandwagon                   *teenagers enjoying Juicy Fruit gum   *Everybody seems to be doing it.

11.                adorable things            * puppies                                                  *Helpless creatures need support.


12.                beautiful people          *supermodels                                            *People are drawn towards symmetry.

13.                plain folks                      * the A & W spokesperson                    *People relate to everyday people.


14.                 junk science                 *4 out of 5 doctors recommend              *We trust experts, numeration,
          and data management.

15.                hyperboles                    *It is the greatest show on Earth!             *People often use sweeping
         statements.

Forming Your own Party Assignment 
Step 1 : Recruit members, a leader, leaders or representatives for your group.
 Step 2: Discuss a name for your party. 
Step 3 : Discuss colours and symbols for your party.
 Step 4 : Develop a platform on five to ten key issues such as your beliefs in military, taxes, jobs, climate change and foreign affairs.
 Step 5: Your poster, pamphlet, video clip, website or radio ad must captivate and encapsulate your party. 
Step 6 : Be prepared to answer questions on how you will run the country from the classroom press.
Step 7 : The class will have a vote. 
1. Taxes
 2. Affordability
 3. Job creations and diversity
 4. Spending/Deficits/Debt 
5. Healthy Living
 6. Basic Drug Plans 
7. Energy Sources
 8. Climate Changes 
9. Immigration and Refugees 
10. Canada and its relationship with First Nations
 11. Defence: navy, army, and air force.
 12. Public Safety and National Security
 13. Helping other Countries Internationally
 14. Developing and Repairing Infrastructure such as roads, bridges, treatment facilities, and rail.
 15. Benefits for retired people and seniors 
16. Affordable Housing 
17. Educational Programmes 
18. Childcare
 19. Agriculture
 20. Foreign Affairs 
21. International Trade with other Countries 
22. Crime, Punishment, and Justice 
23. Programmes for Young People
 24. Veterans 
25. Arts and Cultural Programmes 

*You need to explain how your party views these issues, raises money to pay for programmes, implement or carry out programmes, solve any challenges, and gain the support of the population.*