Rhetorical Devices - Emotional and Ethical Appeal

Rhetorical Devices - Emotional and Ethical Appeal

Persuasive Essay Review

• A written argument intended to: influence listeners to adopt a certain point of view or convince listeners that a particular idea is more valuable than others

Well...how do we persuade others?

We can use rhetorical devices.

Rehetoric

• The art of persuasive speaking or writing

• Emotional and Ethical appeals are a form of rhetorical devices

• Speakers can appeal to the emotions of their listeners (Emotional)

• Speakers maintain high moral standards and are typically respected by society (Ethical)

• To summarize: Ethos = Credibility; Pathos = Emotions

Can you name the rhetorical devices?

Multiple Choice

What kind of rhetorical device was used?

• Ethos

• Logos

• Pathos

Poll

Do you feel confident that you are able to recognize emotional and ethical appeals in writing or speech?

• Yes

• No

• Somewhat

Multiple Choice

What kind of rhetorical device was used?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos