Ethos - Pathos - Logos

Ethos - Pathos - Logos

Assessment

Flashcard

English

8th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

CCSS
RI.11-12.5, RI.9-10.5

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Ethos?

Back

Ethos is a method of persuasion that appeals to the credibility or character of the speaker or writer. It establishes trust and authority.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Pathos?

Back

Pathos is a method of persuasion that appeals to the emotions and feelings of the audience, aiming to evoke an emotional response.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Logos?

Back

Logos is a method of persuasion that appeals to logic and reason, using facts, statistics, and logical arguments.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of Ethos in advertising.

Back

An advertisement featuring a well-known doctor endorsing a health product is an example of ethos, as it relies on the doctor's credibility.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of Pathos in a speech.

Back

A speech that tells a personal story of struggle and triumph to evoke sympathy and inspire action is an example of pathos.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of Logos in an argument.

Back

An argument that uses data and statistics to support a claim, such as '90% of people who exercise regularly report feeling happier,' is an example of logos.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does Ethos differ from Pathos?

Back

Ethos focuses on the credibility of the speaker, while pathos focuses on appealing to the audience's emotions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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