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What are rhetorical appeals?

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Rhetorical appeals are techniques used in writing and speaking to persuade an audience. The main types are Ethos, Pathos, and Logos.

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What is Ethos?

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Ethos is an appeal to trustworthiness and credibility. It establishes the speaker's or writer's authority on a subject.

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What is Pathos?

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Pathos is an appeal to the audience's emotions. It aims to evoke feelings to persuade.

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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.

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Which rhetorical appeal uses famous people to convince their audience?

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Ethos uses famous people or experts to enhance credibility.

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What is an example of Pathos in advertising?

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An advertisement showing a sad animal in need of a home appeals to the audience's emotions.

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What is an example of Logos in a speech?

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A speech that includes statistics about climate change to support the argument is using Logos.

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What is an example of Ethos in a commercial?

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A toothpaste ad featuring a dentist endorsing the product uses Ethos.

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Which of the following is not a rhetorical appeal: Kairos, Ethos, Pathos, Logos?

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Kairos is not a rhetorical appeal; it refers to the opportune moment for persuasion.

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How can Pathos be effectively used in writing?

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Pathos can be used by telling personal stories or using vivid imagery to connect emotionally with the audience.