Question

Which statement are true an emotional appeal?( Select all that apply.)

A) This appeal is based on an author’s credibility and expertise

B) This appeal intentionally uses words or phrases that evoke an emotional response in an audience

C) This appeal plays on person’s feelings instead of providing facts and evidence to persuade

D) This appeal draws on a person’s morals, values, or sense of right and wrong, as a means to gain his or her support

Answer 1

Emotional appeal is a logical fallacy, whereby a debater attempts to win an argument by trying to get an emotional reaction from the opponent and audience.

Your answers are B, C, and D. As they all three have something to do with an emotional response.