Ethos, Pathos, & Logos Practice 3

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What is Ethos?

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Ethos is an appeal to credibility or character. It establishes the author's or speaker's credibility and trustworthiness in the argument.

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What is Pathos?

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Pathos is an appeal to emotion. It aims to persuade the audience by eliciting feelings such as pity, fear, or happiness.

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What is Logos?

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Logos is an appeal to logic and reason. It uses facts, statistics, and logical arguments to persuade the audience.

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How can you identify Ethos in a text?

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Look for references to the author's qualifications, expertise, or moral character that establish credibility.

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How can you identify Pathos in a text?

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Look for emotional language, anecdotes, or vivid imagery that evoke feelings in the audience.

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How can you identify Logos in a text?

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Look for data, statistics, logical reasoning, and factual evidence that support the argument.

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Give an example of Ethos in a persuasive argument.

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A doctor giving a speech about the dangers of smoking, citing their medical expertise.

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Give an example of Pathos in a persuasive argument.

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A charity advertisement showing images of suffering animals to evoke sympathy and encourage donations.

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Give an example of Logos in a persuasive argument.

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A report stating that 70% of people who exercise regularly have lower health risks, using statistics to support the claim.

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What role does Ethos play in persuasive writing?

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Ethos builds trust with the audience, making them more likely to accept the argument.