Ethos, Pathos, Logos Practice

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What is Ethos?

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Ethos is a rhetorical appeal to credibility or character. It establishes trust and authority in the speaker or writer.

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What is Pathos?

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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal to emotion. It aims to persuade an audience by eliciting feelings such as pity, fear, or happiness.

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What is Logos?

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Logos is a rhetorical appeal to logic and reason. It uses facts, statistics, and logical arguments to persuade an audience.

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Example of Ethos in a statement?

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"Mr. Ahmad has taught math for 25 years and authored two textbooks. We should follow his recommendation."

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Example of Pathos in a statement?

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"Is your family at risk? Tune in to find out what medicine could cause serious harm to your loved ones."

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Example of Logos in a statement?

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"John's fingerprints were found on the door handle, proving he was present at the time of the robbery."

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How does Ethos build trust?

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Ethos builds trust by showcasing the speaker's qualifications, experience, and moral character.

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How does Pathos influence an audience?

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Pathos influences an audience by appealing to their emotions, making them feel connected to the message.

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How does Logos support an argument?

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Logos supports an argument by providing logical reasoning, facts, and evidence that back up the claims.

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Why is Ethos important in persuasive writing?

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Ethos is important because it helps the audience believe in the credibility of the writer or speaker, making them more likely to accept the argument.