Ethos, Pathos, Logos Practice

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What is Ethos?

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

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is Pathos?

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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal to emotion. It aims to persuade an audience by eliciting feelings such as sympathy, anger, or happiness.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is Logos?

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

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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How can Ethos be established in writing?

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Ethos can be established by demonstrating expertise, sharing credentials, and building trust through ethical arguments.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What role does Pathos play in persuasive writing?

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Pathos plays a crucial role in connecting with the audience emotionally, making them more likely to be persuaded by the argument.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What are some examples of Logos in arguments?

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Examples of Logos include using statistics, citing studies, and presenting logical reasoning to support a claim.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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How can a speaker effectively use Ethos in a speech?

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A speaker can effectively use Ethos by sharing personal experiences, qualifications, and demonstrating honesty and integrity.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What techniques can evoke Pathos in an audience?

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Techniques to evoke Pathos include storytelling, vivid imagery, and appealing to shared values or experiences.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the importance of balancing Ethos, Pathos, and Logos in persuasive writing?

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Balancing Ethos, Pathos, and Logos is important because it creates a well-rounded argument that appeals to credibility, emotion, and logic.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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How can Logos be misused in arguments?

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Logos can be misused through logical fallacies, misleading statistics, or presenting false information as facts.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5