rhetoric

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What is rhetoric?

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Rhetoric is the art of persuasion through effective communication, using various techniques to influence an audience.

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What are the three main appeals in rhetoric?

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The three main appeals in rhetoric are Ethos (credibility), Pathos (emotional appeal), and Logos (logical reasoning).

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Define Ethos in rhetoric.

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Ethos refers to the credibility or ethical appeal of the speaker or writer, establishing trust with the audience.

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Define Pathos in rhetoric.

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Pathos is an appeal to the audience's emotions, aiming to evoke feelings that influence their response.

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Define Logos in rhetoric.

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

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What is an example of Pathos?

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An advertisement that shows a sad puppy in a shelter to evoke sympathy and encourage adoption.

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What is an example of Ethos?

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A doctor giving a speech about health issues, establishing credibility due to their medical expertise.

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What is an example of Logos?

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A politician presenting data on unemployment rates to argue for a new economic policy.

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How does Pathos differ from Ethos and Logos?

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Pathos focuses on emotional appeal, while Ethos emphasizes credibility and Logos relies on logical reasoning.

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What rhetorical device uses exaggeration for emphasis?

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Hyperbole is a rhetorical device that uses exaggeration to create a strong emotional response.