A way in which we can remember the different persuasive/rhetorical devices is through the acronym AFOREST. 

When you are writing a persuasive text, aim to include as many persuasive devices as possible that appeal to all three appeals. 

Other persuasive devices include:

• Direct address

• Use of authority

• Hyperbole

• Repetition

• Descriptive language (use of adjectives, vivid verbs, sensory imagery etc) 

• Figurative language (use of metaphors, simile, onomatopoeia etc.)

Use the Google Slide below to take notes on the different types of persuasive devices. 

Now that you know the different types of persuasive devices, see if you can identify them in a speech. 

Annotate, highlight or colour code the speech to show the following features:

• Rhetorical question

• Exaggeration

• Rule of three

• Repetition 

• Personal pronouns

• Alliteration

Complete the activity below by identifying (tick) the most persuasive statement. 

Then, explain why you think this is the most persuasive statement. Think about what you have learnt so far about ethos, pathos and logos. 

You will be paired up and given some cards that have different persuasive topics on them. 

When instructed, flip over the card, read the topic and try to convince your partner to agree with you through using as many persuasive devices as possible. 

You will take turns to flip the cards and persuade each other.