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 the audience by eliciting feelings such as sympathy, anger, 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 the audience.

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Example of Ethos in a sentence.

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"I have over ten years of experience in childcare, which makes me a reliable choice for your nanny."

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Example of Pathos in a sentence.

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"Imagine the pain of losing a loved one; we must support families during such difficult times with paid leave."

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Example of Logos in a sentence.

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"Studies show that companies with paid parental leave have lower employee turnover rates, which saves money in the long run."

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How does Ethos enhance an argument?

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

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How does Pathos influence decision-making?

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Pathos influences decision-making by appealing to the audience's emotions, often leading them to make choices based on feelings rather than logic.

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How does Logos support an argument?

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Logos supports an argument by providing logical reasoning and evidence, making the argument more convincing and rational.

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Identify the rhetorical appeal: "You can trust my advice because I have a degree in psychology and years of experience."

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