Ethos, Logos, Pathos

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What are the three modes of persuasion identified by Aristotle?

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Ethos, Logos, Pathos

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Define Ethos in the context of persuasion.

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Ethos refers to the credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker or writer, establishing trust with the audience.

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Define Logos in the context of persuasion.

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Logos refers to logical appeal, using reasoning and evidence to persuade the audience.

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Define Pathos in the context of persuasion.

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Pathos refers to emotional appeal, aiming to evoke feelings in the audience to persuade them.

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Who is credited with the development of the rhetorical appeals Ethos, Logos, and Pathos?

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Aristotle

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What is an example of Ethos in a persuasive argument?

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A doctor giving a health recommendation based on their medical expertise.

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What is an example of Logos in a persuasive argument?

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Using statistics and data to support a claim, such as citing research findings.

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What is an example of Pathos in a persuasive argument?

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

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How can Ethos enhance a persuasive argument?

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By establishing the speaker's credibility, Ethos can make the argument more convincing to the audience.

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How can Logos be used to strengthen an argument?

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Logos can provide logical reasoning and evidence that supports the argument, making it more rational and compelling.