Matching Pairs Persuasive TechniquesOnline version Reviewing persuasive techniques by Steph Arthur 1 Rhetorical Questions 2 Statistics, facts & expert opinions 3 Repetition 4 Inclusive Language 5 Modality 6 Emotive Language words which express how definite we are about something. directly addresses the audience, either personally or as a member of shared group, to make them feel that they are on the same side as the writer or speaker. words which appeal to emotions; positions an audience to view something in a positive or negative light questions which do not require an answer. They invite an audience to agree with the point of view being presented. to strengthen and give authority to an argument. repeating a single word or phrase to emphasise an idea or strengthen an argument.