Rhetoric

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What is Rhetoric?

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Rhetoric is the art of persuasive speaking or writing, often using various techniques to convince an audience.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What are the three rhetorical appeals?

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

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Define Pathos.

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Pathos is a rhetorical appeal that evokes emotions in the audience to persuade them.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is Ethos?

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Ethos is a rhetorical appeal that establishes the credibility or ethical character of the speaker.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What does Logos refer to in rhetoric?

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Logos refers to the use of logical reasoning and evidence to persuade an audience.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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Give an example of Pathos in advertising.

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An example of Pathos in advertising is a commercial showing sad animals in shelters to encourage adoption.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What type of argument is Pathos?

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Pathos is an emotional argument.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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How can Ethos be established in a speech?

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Ethos can be established by demonstrating knowledge, experience, and trustworthiness.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is a common use of Logos in an argument?

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A common use of Logos is presenting statistics or factual evidence to support a claim.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the purpose of using rhetorical appeals?

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The purpose of using rhetorical appeals is to persuade the audience effectively.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5