Rhetorical Appeals Practice

Rhetorical Appeals Practice

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Flashcard

English

8th Grade

Hard

CCSS
RI.11-12.5, RI.9-10.5

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Ethos?

Back

Ethos is a rhetorical appeal that establishes the credibility and trustworthiness of the speaker or writer. It aims to convince the audience of the character and reliability of the source.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Pathos?

Back

Pathos is a rhetorical appeal that evokes emotions in the audience. It aims to persuade by appealing to feelings such as pity, fear, or happiness.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Logos?

Back

Logos is a rhetorical appeal that uses logic, reasoning, and factual evidence to persuade the audience. It relies on data, statistics, and logical arguments.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of Ethos in a sentence.

Back

"As a doctor with over 20 years of experience, I can assure you that this treatment is effective."

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of Pathos in a sentence.

Back

"Imagine a child suffering from hunger; your donation can change their life forever."

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Example of Logos in a sentence.

Back

"Studies show that 90% of students who study regularly achieve higher grades."

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does Ethos affect persuasion?

Back

Ethos affects persuasion by building trust with the audience, making them more likely to accept the speaker's argument.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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