Rhetorical Devices: Ethos, Pathos, Logos

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What is Ethos?

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A rhetorical device that establishes credibility or trustworthiness of the speaker or writer.

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What is Pathos?

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A rhetorical device that appeals to the audience's emotions.

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What is Logos?

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A rhetorical device that uses logic, facts, and statistics to persuade the audience.

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What does rhetoric mean?

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Effective speech or writing that aims to persuade or inform.

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Give an example of Ethos.

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"Ms. Crisp has taught here for years. Go to her if you have questions about Centennial."

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Give an example of Pathos.

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"Donate just $1 a day to starving children. Make sure no one goes hungry under your watch!"

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Give an example of Logos.

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Using statistics, research, data, and facts to support an argument.

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What is the purpose of Ethos in persuasion?

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To convince the audience of the speaker's credibility and authority.

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How does Pathos influence an audience?

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By evoking emotions such as pity, fear, or happiness to persuade.

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What role does Logos play in an argument?

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It provides logical reasoning and evidence to support claims.