Rhetorical Appeals

Rhetorical Appeals

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English

7th - 10th Grade

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1.

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What are rhetorical appeals?

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Rhetorical appeals are persuasive strategies used in writing and speaking to convince an audience. The three main types are ethos, pathos, and logos.

2.

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Define Ethos.

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Ethos is a rhetorical appeal that focuses on the credibility and character of the speaker or writer. It aims to establish trust with the audience.

3.

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Define Pathos.

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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal that targets the emotions of the audience. It seeks to evoke feelings such as sympathy, anger, or happiness.

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Define Logos.

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Logos is a rhetorical appeal that uses logic and reason to persuade the audience. It often includes facts, statistics, and logical arguments.

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What is an example of Ethos?

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An example of ethos is a doctor giving a speech about health, using their medical credentials to establish credibility.

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What is an example of Pathos?

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An example of pathos is a charity ad showing images of suffering animals to evoke sympathy and encourage donations.

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What is an example of Logos?

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An example of logos is a presentation that uses data and statistics to argue that climate change is a serious issue.

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