Ethos, Pathos, Logos TEST - Mrs. Johnson

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What is ethos?

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Ethos is a rhetorical appeal to credibility or character. It establishes the trustworthiness of the speaker or writer.

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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 pity, fear, or happiness.

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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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How can ethos be established in an argument?

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Ethos can be established by demonstrating expertise, experience, or moral character, often through credentials or personal anecdotes.

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Give an example of pathos in advertising.

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An example of pathos in advertising is a commercial showing sad animals in shelters to encourage viewers to adopt pets.

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What role does logos play in persuasive writing?

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Logos plays a crucial role in persuasive writing by providing logical reasoning and evidence to support claims, making arguments more convincing.

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How can a speaker appeal to pathos effectively?

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A speaker can appeal to pathos effectively by using vivid imagery, emotional stories, and relatable scenarios that resonate with the audience's feelings.

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What is the importance of ethos in persuasive communication?

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The importance of ethos in persuasive communication lies in its ability to build trust and credibility, making the audience more likely to accept the argument.

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Identify a situation where logos would be the most effective appeal.

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Logos would be most effective in a scientific presentation where data and research findings are used to support a hypothesis.

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What is a common fallacy associated with ethos?

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A common fallacy associated with ethos is the appeal to authority, where the argument relies solely on the authority of the speaker rather than the validity of the argument.