Ethos Pathos Logos

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What is ethos?

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Ethos is a persuasive appeal to credibility or character. It establishes trust and authority in the speaker.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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What is pathos?

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Pathos is a persuasive appeal to emotion. It aims to evoke feelings in the audience to persuade them.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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What is logos?

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Logos is a persuasive appeal to logic and reason. It uses facts, statistics, and logical arguments to persuade.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Which persuasive appeal is used when a speaker highlights their qualifications?

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Ethos.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Which persuasive appeal is used when a speaker tries to evoke fear or sympathy?

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Pathos.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Which persuasive appeal is used when presenting data or logical reasoning?

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Logos.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Give an example of ethos in a persuasive argument.

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

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Give an example of pathos in a persuasive argument.

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"Imagine the pain of losing a loved one due to neglect. We must act now to prevent this tragedy."

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Give an example of logos in a persuasive argument.

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"Studies show that 90% of people who exercise regularly report better mental health."

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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What does pathos appeal to?

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Emotion.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5