Rhetorical Strategies

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What is rhetoric?

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Rhetoric is the art of effective or persuasive speaking or writing, often using figures of speech and other compositional techniques.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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What are the three main types of rhetorical appeals?

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The three main types of rhetorical appeals are ethos (credibility), pathos (emotion), and logos (logic).

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Define ethos in rhetoric.

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Ethos is a rhetorical appeal to credibility or character, often established by the speaker's authority or trustworthiness.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Define pathos in rhetoric.

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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal to emotion, aiming to persuade an audience by eliciting feelings.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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Define logos in rhetoric.

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Logos is a rhetorical appeal to logic and reason, using facts, statistics, and logical arguments to persuade.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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What is an example of ethos?

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An example of ethos is a doctor recommending a medical treatment based on their expertise and experience.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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What is an example of pathos?

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An example of pathos is a charity advertisement showing images of suffering animals to evoke sympathy and encourage donations.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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What is an example of logos?

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An example of logos is presenting data and statistics to support a claim, such as stating that 90% of scientists agree on climate change.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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How can a speaker establish ethos?

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A speaker can establish ethos by demonstrating knowledge, experience, and ethical behavior, such as citing qualifications or personal experiences.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

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How can a speaker appeal to pathos?

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A speaker can appeal to pathos by telling personal stories, using vivid language, or addressing the audience's emotions.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5