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What is the definition of ethos in persuasive writing?

• An appeal to emotion

• An appeal to credibility or character

• An appeal to logic or reason

• An appeal to humor

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following best defines pathos?

• An appeal to logic

• An appeal to emotion

• An appeal to ethics

• An appeal to authority

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Logos is an appeal to which of the following?

• Emotion

• Credibility

• Logic or reason

• Authority

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Read the following sentence: "The author's use of dark and gloomy words creates a sense of unease." What is being described here?

• Ethos

• Tone

• Mood

• Logos

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following sentences best describes a cheerful tone?

• "The sun shone brightly, and laughter filled the air."

• "The rain poured down, and the streets were empty."

• "The night was silent, and the shadows loomed large."

• "The wind howled, and the trees creaked ominously."

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Identify the central idea of the following passage: "Recycling is crucial for the environment because it reduces waste, conserves natural resources, and saves energy."

• Recycling is a waste of time.

• Recycling is important for environmental conservation.

• Recycling is only about saving energy.

• Recycling is not necessary.

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CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Which of the following is an example of using ethos in a persuasive argument?

• "Studies show that this method is 90% effective."

• "As a doctor with 20 years of experience, I recommend this treatment."

• "This product will make you feel happier and more energetic."

• "If you don't act now, you might regret it later."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Analyze the mood of the following passage: "The abandoned house stood silent, its windows broken and its doors creaking in the wind."

• Joyful

• Mysterious

• Cheerful

• Frightening

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Compare the use of ethos and pathos in the following statements: 1. "Trust me, I've been a mechanic for 30 years." 2. "Imagine the joy of driving a brand-new car." Which statement uses ethos, and which uses pathos?

• 1 uses pathos, 2 uses ethos

• 1 uses ethos, 2 uses pathos

• Both use ethos

• Both use pathos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Determine the tone of the following sentence: "The politician's speech was filled with optimism and hope for the future."

• Pessimistic

• Neutral

• Optimistic

• Sarcastic

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4