Rock Talk: Analyzing Persuasive Techniques in Gemstone Articles

✨ Writing Prompt

Find an article or blog post that discusses gemstones or minerals with the intent to persuade readers about their value or qualities (e.g., an article promoting a particular gemstone for investment, beauty, or healing properties). Read through the piece carefully, noting the author's rhetorical strategies—such as emotional appeals, logical reasoning, and appeals to credibility. Write a peer review response that addresses the effectiveness of these techniques. In your response, assess: 1) What persuasive strategies did the author use? 2) How well did these strategies work to convey the message? 3) What suggestions would you provide for improving the article to enhance its persuasive power?