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What is Ethos?

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Ethos is an appeal to character, ethics, credibility, and trustworthiness in persuasive writing.

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What is Pathos?

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Pathos is an appeal to emotion, using language that evokes feelings in the audience.

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What is Logos?

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Logos is an appeal to logic and reason, using facts and evidence to support an argument.

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What is a positive connotation?

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A positive connotation is a word that carries a favorable or uplifting meaning, such as 'inquiring' compared to 'prying'.

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What are connotations?

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Connotations are the feelings or emotions that are associated with a word, beyond its literal meaning.

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How does Ethos influence an argument?

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Ethos influences an argument by establishing the speaker's credibility and moral character, making the audience more likely to trust their message.

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How does Pathos affect the audience?

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Pathos affects the audience by appealing to their emotions, which can lead to a stronger connection and persuasion.

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What is the difference between connotation and denotation?

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Denotation is the literal meaning of a word, while connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations attached to it.

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Give an example of a word with a negative connotation.

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'Prying' has a negative connotation, suggesting intrusiveness or unwelcomeness.

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What role does Logos play in persuasive writing?

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Logos plays a role in persuasive writing by providing logical reasoning and evidence to support claims, making arguments more convincing.