Aristotle & The Rhetorical Triangle

What is the definition of rhetoric?

• The art of speaking or writing effectively

• The study of historical events

• The process of scientific experimentation

• The practice of meditation

What does the term "effectively" imply in the context of rhetoric?

• Inefficiently

• With great skill and impact

• Randomly

• Slowly

Who was Aristotle?

• Greek philosopher and scientist

• Roman historian

• Egyptian mathematician

• Persian poet

According to Aristotle, how many modes of persuasion are there?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

Which appeal is based on how the text makes the audience feel?

• A) Ethos

• B) Pathos

• C) Logos

• D) Mythos

Which question would you ask to evaluate "Ethos"?

• A) How does the text make the audience feel?

• B) Is the author reliable and credible?

• C) What facts support the claim?

• D) Is the argument logical?

What is ethos in argumentative and persuasive strategies?

• A) A strategy that relies on emotional appeal

• B) A strategy that uses logical reasoning

• C) A strategy that establishes the author's credibility

• D) A strategy that focuses on statistical evidence

Why is ethos considered an effective persuasive strategy?

• A) It makes the audience feel happy

• B) It convinces the audience through logic

• C) It makes the audience believe the author is knowledgeable and genuine

• D) It uses humor to engage the audience

What is one way a writer/speaker can establish Ethos?

• By appearing knowledgeable

• By using colorful language

• By telling jokes

• By speaking quickly

Why is logos considered an effective argumentative and persuasive strategy?

• It appeals to the audience's emotions.

• It uses humor to engage the audience.

• It presents factual, researched evidence.

• It relies on the speaker's credibility.