Ethos, Logos, Pathos

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What is the definition of Ethos?

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Ethos is an appeal to the credibility or character of the speaker or writer.

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What is the definition of Logos?

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Logos is an appeal to logic and reason, using facts and evidence to support an argument.

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What is the definition of Pathos?

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Pathos is an appeal to the emotions or feelings of the audience.

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Which rhetorical appeal is used when a speaker references their own credibility?

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Ethos.

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Which rhetorical appeal is primarily concerned with emotional responses?

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Pathos.

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Which rhetorical appeal is primarily concerned with logical reasoning?

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Logos.

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Provide an example of Pathos in a persuasive argument.

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An example of Pathos is a charity advertisement showing images of suffering animals to evoke sympathy.

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Provide an example of Logos in a persuasive argument.

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An example of Logos is using statistics to show the effectiveness of a product.

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How can Ethos enhance an argument?

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Ethos enhances an argument by establishing the speaker's credibility, making the audience more likely to trust their message.

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What role does Pathos play in persuasive writing?

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Pathos plays the role of connecting with the audience's emotions, making the argument more relatable and impactful.