Rhetorical Triangle Review

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What is PATHOS?

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An appeal to emotion/ feelings.

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What is LOGOS?

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An appeal to logic/reason.

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What is ETHOS?

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An appeal to authority/ credibility.

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What does the Rhetorical Triangle represent?

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The relationship between Ethos, Pathos, and Logos in persuasive communication.

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How does PATHOS enhance an argument?

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By evoking emotions in the audience to persuade them.

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How does LOGOS enhance an argument?

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By using logical reasoning and facts to persuade the audience.

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How does ETHOS enhance an argument?

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By establishing the credibility and trustworthiness of the speaker.

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Give an example of PATHOS in a speech.

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A speaker discussing the struggles of a community to evoke sympathy.

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Give an example of LOGOS in an argument.

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Citing statistics to support a claim about education.

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Give an example of ETHOS in a presentation.

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A doctor discussing health issues based on their medical expertise.