Study tool for flashcard friday for Ms Jones

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What are the three appeals of persuasion according to Aristotle?

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Ethos, Pathos, Logos.

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Define Ethos in persuasive writing.

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Ethos is an appeal to credibility or character, convincing the audience of the speaker's reliability and trustworthiness.

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Define Pathos in persuasive writing.

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Pathos is an appeal to emotions and feelings, aiming to evoke an emotional response from the audience.

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Define Logos in persuasive writing.

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Logos is an appeal to logic and reason, using facts, statistics, and data to persuade the audience.

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What is an example of Ethos?

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A speaker stating their qualifications or experience to establish credibility.

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What is an example of Pathos?

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A speaker using emotional stories or vivid language to evoke feelings of sadness or compassion.

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What is an example of Logos?

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A speaker presenting statistical data or research findings to support their argument.

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How can Ethos be established in a speech?

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By demonstrating knowledge, experience, and ethical character.

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How can Pathos be effectively used in a persuasive essay?

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By including personal anecdotes or emotional appeals that resonate with the audience.

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How can Logos strengthen an argument?

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By providing clear, logical reasoning and evidence that supports the claims made.