Ethos, Pathos, Logos Practice

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What is Ethos?

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Ethos is an appeal to credibility or character. It establishes the speaker's or writer's authority on a subject, making the audience more likely to trust their message.

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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 an appeal to emotion. It aims to persuade the audience by eliciting feelings such as pity, fear, or joy.

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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 an appeal to logic and reason. It uses facts, statistics, and logical arguments to persuade the audience.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Example of Ethos in a statement?

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"As a doctor, I am qualified to tell you that this course of treatment will likely generate the best results."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Example of Pathos in a statement?

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"They’ve worked against everything we’ve worked so hard to build, and they don’t care who gets hurt in the process."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Example of Logos in a statement?

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"Nearly 25% of all car accidents are caused by drivers using a cell phone while driving."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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How does Ethos enhance persuasion?

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Ethos enhances persuasion by establishing the speaker's credibility, making the audience more likely to accept their argument.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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How does Pathos enhance persuasion?

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Pathos enhances persuasion by connecting with the audience's emotions, making them more likely to respond to the message.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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How does Logos enhance persuasion?

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Logos enhances persuasion by providing logical reasoning and evidence, making the argument more convincing.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is a common use of Ethos in advertising?

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Using endorsements from experts or celebrities to promote a product, such as a dentist recommending a toothpaste.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5