Room 101 Rant
Learning objective: to revise
persuasive techniques, and to begin
planning the content of your Room
101 rant.
I will be doing well if I can:
◦ remember the names of
persuasive techniques;
◦ find persuasive techniques in an
example Room 101 rant;
◦ decide on my Room 101 rant
topics, giving reasons for my
choices.
Definition
Key Features
Triplet
Exaggeration/ Hyperbole
Alliteration
Counter Argument
Humour
Emotive Language
Repetition
Rhetorical Question
Opinion
Big Names
Statistics
Bandwagon
Expert Opinion
Example/ Anecdote
Fact
Example
Using 3 adjectives
Smart, cunning and dangerous.
Exaggerate
I have been waiting for you for 1,000 years!
Repetition of consonant sounds
Countering the argument of the audience even
before it is raised.
Gorgeous green gardens!
You might think that Iphone is of top notch quality
but have you thought about how user unfriendly it is?
Keith says I don't know and the crowd was not
shocked!
Using funny jests to grab attention.
Using emotive words to create effect
Repeating words or phrases to emphasize your
point.
Questions that do not require an answer and is
used to provoke thought.
Expression of your thoughts or ideas.
Using Famous people to emphasize your idea.
The poor, helpless puppy was bludgeoned to death!
Be louder! Louder! Louder!
Do you really think spending 10k for a phone is
worth it especially when there are children dying of
hunger?
Spending 10k for a phone is not worth it.
Steve Jobs uses an Android eventhough he is the
founder of Apple.
Using numbers and data to support your argument. 87.6% from Tenby believe that Keith is short.
Following trends.
All my friends are using Iphone. Why can't I?
Using specialists to support ideas.
Personal Story: Stories that are own experiences or
experiences of family and friend.
Anecdote: famous fables, moral stories
Dentists recommend Colgate for cavity-free teeth.
I remember a time when I went on a strange journey
with my best friend. What a fabulous time we had, let
me tell you all about it…
General truth
Earth is the 3rd planet from the Sun.
I am going to show you some clips from the
TV series ‘Room 101’, either write a quote or
simply put ‘yes’ to show which techniques each
speaker uses. At the end you will decide who is
the most persuasive and thus their item will be
banished! For each person, add any other
general notes on their positives and negatives
into a word document or ppt notes
ROSS NOBLE- CYCLING COMMUTERS
Key Features
Definition
Triplet
Exaggeration/ hyperbole
Alliteration
Counter Argument
Humour
Emotive Language
Repetition
Rhetorical Question
Opinion
Big Names
Statistics
Bandwagon
Expert Opinion
Example
Fact
Example
Using 3 adjectives
Smart, cunning and dangerous.
Exaggerate
I have been waiting for you for 1,000 years!
Repetition of consonant sounds
Countering the argument of the audience even
before it is raised.
Gorgeous green gardens!
You might think that Iphone is of top notch quality
but have you thought about how user unfriendly it is?
Keith says I don't know and the crowd was not
shocked!
Using funny jests to grab attention.
Using emotive words to create effect
Repeating words or phrases to emphasize your
point.
Questions that do not require an answer and is
used to provoke thought.
Expression of your thoughts or ideas.
Using Famous people to emphasize your idea.
The poor, helpless puppy was bludgeoned to death!
Be louder! Louder! Louder!
Do you really think spending 10k for a phone is
worth it especially when there are children dying of
hunger?
Spending 10k for a phone is not worth it.
Steve Jobs uses an Android eventhough he is the
founder of Apple.
Using numbers and data to support your argument. 87.6% from Tenby believe that Keith is short.
Following trends.
All my friends are using Iphone. Why can't I?
Using specialists to support ideas.
Personal Story: Stories that are own experiences or
experiences of family and friend.
Anecdote: famous fables, moral stories
Dentists recommend Colgate for cavity-free teeth.
I remember a time when I went on a strange journey
with my best friend. What a fabulous time we had, let
me tell you all about it…
General truth
Earth is the 3rd planet from the Sun.
RUSSELL HOWARD- GRUMPY CHILDREN
Key Features
Definition
Triplet
Exaggeration
Alliteration
Counter Argument
Humour
Emotive Language
Repetition
Rhetorical Question
Opinion
Big Names
Statistics
Bandwagon
Expert Opinion
Example/ Anecdote
Fact
Example
Using 3 adjectives
Smart, cunning and dangerous.
Exaggerate
I have been waiting for you for 1,000 years!
Repetition of consonant sounds
Countering the argument of the audience even
before it is raised.
Gorgeous green gardens!
You might think that Iphone is of top notch quality
but have you thought about how user unfriendly it is?
Keith says I don't know and the crowd was not
shocked!
Using funny jests to grab attention.
Using emotive words to create effect
Repeating words or phrases to emphasize your
point.
Questions that do not require an answer and is
used to provoke thought.
Expression of your thoughts or ideas.
Using Famous people to emphasize your idea.
The poor, helpless puppy was bludgeoned to death!
Be louder! Louder! Louder!
Do you really think spending 10k for a phone is
worth it especially when there are children dying of
hunger?
Spending 10k for a phone is not worth it.
Steve Jobs uses an Android eventhough he is the
founder of Apple.
Using numbers and data to support your argument. 87.6% from Tenby believe that Keith is short.
Following trends.
All my friends are using Iphone. Why can't I?
Using specialists to support ideas.
Personal Story: Stories that are own experiences or
experiences of family and friend.
Anecdote: famous fables, moral stories
Dentists recommend Colgate for cavity-free teeth.
I remember a time when I went on a strange journey
with my best friend. What a fabulous time we had, let
me tell you all about it…
General truth
Earth is the 3rd planet from the Sun.
DIANE MORGAN-MAGICIANS
Key Features
Triplet
Exaggeration
Alliteration
Counter Argument
Humour
Emotive Language
Repetition
Rhetorical Question
Opinion
Big Names
Statistics
Bandwagon
Expert Opinion
Example
Fact
Definition
Example
Using 3 adjectives
Smart, cunning and dangerous.
Exaggerate
I have been waiting for you for 1,000 years!
Repetition of consonant sounds
Countering the argument of the audience even
before it is raised.
Gorgeous green gardens!
You might think that Iphone is of top notch quality
but have you thought about how user unfriendly it is?
Keith says I don't know and the crowd was not
shocked!
Using funny jests to grab attention.
Using emotive words to create effect
Repeating words or phrases to emphasize your
point.
Questions that do not require an answer and is
used to provoke thought.
Expression of your thoughts or ideas.
Using Famous people to emphasize your idea.
The poor, helpless puppy was bludgeoned to death!
Be louder! Louder! Louder!
Do you really think spending 10k for a phone is
worth it especially when there are children dying of
hunger?
Spending 10k for a phone is not worth it.
Steve Jobs uses an Android eventhough he is the
founder of Apple.
Using numbers and data to support your argument. 87.6% from Tenby believe that Keith is short.
Following trends.
All my friends are using Iphone. Why can't I?
Using specialists to support ideas.
Personal Story: Stories that are own experiences or
experiences of family and friend.
Anecdote: famous fables, moral stories
Dentists recommend Colgate for cavity-free teeth.
I remember a time when I went on a strange journey
with my best friend. What a fabulous time we had, let
me tell you all about it…
General truth
Earth is the 3rd planet from the Sun.
JONATHAN ROSS- ‘LITERALLY’
Key Features
Definition
Triplet
Exaggeration
Alliteration
Counter Argument
Humour
Emotive Language
Repetition
Rhetorical Question
Opinion
Big Names
Statistics
Bandwagon
Expert Opinion
Example
Fact
Example
Using 3 adjectives
Smart, cunning and dangerous.
Exaggerate
I have been waiting for you for 1,000 years!
Repetition of consonant sounds
Countering the argument of the audience even
before it is raised.
Gorgeous green gardens!
You might think that Iphone is of top notch quality
but have you thought about how user unfriendly it is?
Keith says I don't know and the crowd was not
shocked!
Using funny jests to grab attention.
Using emotive words to create effect
Repeating words or phrases to emphasize your
point.
Questions that do not require an answer and is
used to provoke thought.
Expression of your thoughts or ideas.
Using Famous people to emphasize your idea.
The poor, helpless puppy was bludgeoned to death!
Be louder! Louder! Louder!
Do you really think spending 10k for a phone is
worth it especially when there are children dying of
hunger?
Spending 10k for a phone is not worth it.
Steve Jobs uses an Android eventhough he is the
founder of Apple.
Using numbers and data to support your argument. 87.6% from Tenby believe that Keith is short.
Following trends.
All my friends are using Iphone. Why can't I?
Using specialists to support ideas.
Personal Story: Stories that are own experiences or
experiences of family and friend.
Anecdote: famous fables, moral stories
Dentists recommend Colgate for cavity-free teeth.
I remember a time when I went on a strange journey
with my best friend. What a fabulous time we had, let
me tell you all about it…
General truth
Earth is the 3rd planet from the Sun.
GREG DAVIES- PEOPLE WHO GIVE DOGS SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS
Key Features
Definition
Example
Triplet
Exaggeration
Alliteration
Counter Argument
Humour
Emotive Language
Repetition
Rhetorical Question
Opinion
Big Names
Statistics
Bandwagon
Expert Opinion
Example
Fact
Using 3 adjectives
Smart, cunning and dangerous.
Exaggerate
I have been waiting for you for 1,000 years!
Repetition of consonant sounds
Countering the argument of the audience even
before it is raised.
Gorgeous green gardens!
You might think that Iphone is of top notch quality
but have you thought about how user unfriendly it is?
Keith says I don't know and the crowd was not
shocked!
Using funny jests to grab attention.
Using emotive words to create effect
Repeating words or phrases to emphasize your
point.
Questions that do not require an answer and is
used to provoke thought.
Expression of your thoughts or ideas.
Using Famous people to emphasize your idea.
The poor, helpless puppy was bludgeoned to death!
Be louder! Louder! Louder!
Do you really think spending 10k for a phone is
worth it especially when there are children dying of
hunger?
Spending 10k for a phone is not worth it.
Steve Jobs uses an Android eventhough he is the
founder of Apple.
Using numbers and data to support your argument. 87.6% from Tenby believe that Keith is short.
Following trends.
All my friends are using Iphone. Why can't I?
Using specialists to support ideas.
Personal Story: Stories that are own experiences or
experiences of family and friend.
Anecdote: famous fables, moral stories
Dentists recommend Colgate for cavity-free teeth.
I remember a time when I went on a strange journey
with my best friend. What a fabulous time we had, let
me tell you all about it…
General truth
Earth is the 3rd planet from the Sun.
NOW RANK EACH PERSON FROM BEST TO WORST
WITH A SHORT EXPLANATION OF WHY YOU HAVE
PLACED THEM THERE. WRITE DOWN ONE
POSITIVE AND ONE NEGATIVE FOR EACH PERSON
AND HOW THEY PERFORMED.
FIRST
SECOND
THIRD
FOURTH
FIFTH
ROSS NOBLE
RUSSELL HOWARD
DIANE MORGAN
JONATHAN ROSS
GREG DAVIES
AS A CLASS WE ARE GOING TO HAVE OUR
OWN COMPETITIVE ‘ROOM 101’
COMPETITION. EVERYONE WILL TAKE PART!
Write down 3-5 takeaways from these clips, what will you take
from there to help you with your own speeches?
This could be the way they reason with the host/ audience, the
way they use specific techniques, tone of voice, gestures,
humour etc.
NOW IS YOUR FINAL CHANCE TO
CHANGE YOUR NOMINATED ITEM/
THING FOR ROOM 101
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WRITE DOWN YOUR FINAL CHOICE.
ON THE NEXT SLIDE, FILL IN THE COLUMN O THE RIGHT WITH YOUR OWN EXAMPLE FOR EACH
PART OF TEACHERROBSBEEF, YOU CAN FIND INFORMATION ON THE INTERNET
Definition
Key Features
Triplet
Exaggeration/ Hyperbole
Alliteration
Counter Argument
Humour
Emotive Language
Repetition
Rhetorical Question
Opinion
Big Names
Statistics
Bandwagon
Expert Opinion
Example/ Anecdote
Fact
Example
Using 3 adjectives
Smart, cunning and dangerous.
Exaggerate
I have been waiting for you for 1,000 years!
Repetition of consonant sounds
Countering the argument of the audience even
before it is raised.
Gorgeous green gardens!
You might think that Iphone is of top notch quality
but have you thought about how user unfriendly it is?
Keith says I don't know and the crowd was not
shocked!
Using funny jests to grab attention.
Using emotive words to create effect
Repeating words or phrases to emphasize your
point.
Questions that do not require an answer and is
used to provoke thought.
Expression of your thoughts or ideas.
Using Famous people to emphasize your idea.
The poor, helpless puppy was bludgeoned to death!
Be louder! Louder! Louder!
Do you really think spending 10k for a phone is
worth it especially when there are children dying of
hunger?
Spending 10k for a phone is not worth it.
Steve Jobs uses an Android eventhough he is the
founder of Apple.
Using numbers and data to support your argument. 87.6% from Tenby believe that Keith is short.
Following trends.
All my friends are using Iphone. Why can't I?
Using specialists to support ideas.
Personal Story: Stories that are own experiences or
experiences of family and friend.
Anecdote: famous fables, moral stories
Dentists recommend Colgate for cavity-free teeth.
I remember a time when I went on a strange journey
with my best friend. What a fabulous time we had, let
me tell you all about it…
General truth
Earth is the 3rd planet from the Sun.
YOUR EXAMPLE
PART 1: INTRODUCTION
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HERE YOU WILL INTRODUCE YOUR TOPIC TO ME (THE HOST AND ULTIMATE DECIDER OF WHAT
GOES INTO ‘ROOM 101’ AND THE REST OF THE CLASS
YOU MUST MAKE SURE WE CLEARLY UNDERSTAND YOUR TOPIC AND BRIEFLY WHY YOU HAVE
CHOSEN IT. (YOU CAN GO INTO REASONS MORE LATER.)
TRY TO BE MEMORABLE- YOU CAN BE FUNNY, ANGRY, DRAMATIC AND EXAGGERATED.
TRY TO PICK OUT SOME POINTS EVERYONE WILL RECOGNISE AND AGREE WITH BUT ALSO TRY
TO BE UNEXPECTED AND SURPRISING.
EXAMPLE- What techniques have been included below and what makes it a good introduction?
Have you ever been walking down the street and you hear that awful alarm bell of the sky- thunder brewing? I have many
times, I have vast, vivid memories of being drenched by a deadly downpour! However, on occasion I do remember my
trusty, useful umbrella. What an indispensable item of pure amazement- or so we all think…There is no worse moment in
life ladies and gentlemen than remembering your blasted umbrella only for it to be turned inside out by the lightest of
breezes- the equivalent of a baby letting out a slight yawn! Oh yes, ladies and gentlemen, allow me to explain why poorly
built, flimsy, fragile umbrellas are the bane of my existence!
NOW WRITE YOUR OWN
INTRODUCTION- YOU CAN RESEARCH
YOUR TOPIC ON THE INTERNET