Ethos, Pathos, and Logos

"Where would we be without this tradition?  Ever since our forefathers landed at Plymouth Rock, we've celebrated Thanksgiving without fail, making more than cherished recipes.  We've made cherished memories." 

• Ethos
• Pathos
• Logos
• None of these,

"Mr. Anderson is clearly the most qualified candidate for the open teaching position.  He has a doctorate in elementary education, 25 years of teaching experience in public schools, and has been twice awarded for his innovative style and classroom management skills."

• Ethos
• Pathos
• Logos
• None of these.

"Better men than us have fought and died to preserve this great nation.  Now it is our turn to return the favor.  For God and country, gentlemen!"

• Ethos
• Pathos
• Logos
• None of these.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.6

CCSS.SL.9-10.3

The ancient Greek philosopher who, because of his interest in rhetoric, or the art of persuasive speaking and writing, expounded on the concepts of ethos, pathos, and logos,

• Socrates
• Plato
• Aristotle
• Archimedes

4 out of 5 dentists recommend Crest toothpaste above any other brand.

• ethos
• pathos
• logos

With my two decades of experience as a dance teacher, you can believe I know what I’m talking about.

• ethos
• pathos
• logos

He couldn’t have been there last night; he logged in to work at 10 pm.

• ethos
• pathos
• logos

He’s a dangerous man, and if you let him walk free your child could be next.

• ethos

• pathos

• logos

Research has linked smoking with a higher prevalence of certain types of cancer, including lung cancer and leukemia.

• ethos
• pathos
• logos

Select the best example of logos

• Using a symbol to represent a company or a business
• Using evidence, facts, statistics, and cause and effect statements to persuade someone
• Using an emotional story to convince someone