In Shakespeare's "Othello" persuasive language is used predominantly throughout the text, mainly by the character Iago. Iago is a very different character from all the others in the play. It is Iago's talent for understanding and manipulating the desires of those around him that makes him both a powerful and compelling figure. Through his persuasive and manipulative nature he seems to be a friend to all. Iago anticipates and manipulates all the other characters in …
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…Emotive language is another predominant persuasive technique used. The writer uses emotive language to create an emotional response with the reader so they don't logically evaluate the message being received. The writer uses subjective language and 1st person so as to show this is his opinion and makes the article more personal. Words such as "exciting and funny red..." "Learn to love..." and "wild and dangerous" create this emotional response and thus persuade the reader.