English 12 sem 1 wk 2 Independent Studies

According to Aristotle, what makes us believe an argument based on Ethos

• The writer’s “character”

• The writer’s “good sense, good moral character, and goodwill.”

• The writer who “appears to have the appropriate expertise or authority."

• The writer’s “character, background and authority.”

The most correct modern translation of the word “ethos” is

• pathos

• logos

• image

• character

In modern times, besides an author’s image, it is important to consider which of the following?

• The writer’s “expertise or authority” on the subject matter

• The writer’s “background”

• The writer’s highest level of education.

• The writer’s ability to advertise commercial products

What is the best paraphrase of the definition for an “ad hominem” argument?

• An argument that is an attack on the speaker’s position.

• An argument that ignores the character or personality of the speaker in politics

• An argument that ignores the main issue but only attacks the speaker’s character or personality

• An argument used in politics that includes a lot of facts about the issue

In our society which of the following is the favored appeal?

• Emotion-pathos

• Ethos-character

• Logos-logic and rationality

• Rhetorical type reasoning

According toAristotle, what has a powerful “influence over our rational judgments”?

• Our mood

• Political discourse and advertising

• Emotions

• Rational thought

If an advertiser for medicine features an actor dressed in a white coat, they are most likely attempting to appeal to

• Ethos-expertise or authority

• Pathos-emotion

• Logos-logic and reason

• Rhetorical appeal

If an advertiser uses a picture of an abused animal to help a fundraising campaign, they are most likely appealing to?

• Ethos-expertise or authority

• Pathos-emotion

• Logos-logic and reason

• Rhetorical appeal

The study funded by Mc Donald’s at Purdue University can best be paraphrased as

• Pigs crave affection and are easily depressed if isolated or denied playtime with each other

• Pigs want to exercise or else they become sick

• Pigs are intelligent animals that should be treated better

• Pigs want attention and get sad if they are taken away from their playmates; they also get sick if they don’t play

What countries are changing the way they treat pigs as a result of these studies?

• European Union

• United Stated of America

• Germany

• Both A and C