Understanding Rhetorical Appeals
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6th - 8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 5 pts
What does ethos refer to in persuasive writing?
Emotional appeal
Credibility appeal
Logical appeal
Statistical evidence
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 5 pts
Which of the following is an example of pathos?
A statistic that shows the percentage of people affected by a disease
A heartfelt story about a survivor’s struggle
A quote from a respected expert
A logical argument outlining the benefits of a policy
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 5 pts
In advertising, which technique uses logos?
Testimonials from satisfied customers
An emotional story about a product
Data showing improved performance from using the product
A celebrity endorsement
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 5 pts
Which statement best illustrates ethos?
“I was once in your shoes, and I know how it feels.”
“Studies show that exercise improves mental health.”
“Because I am a doctor with 20 years of experience…”
“Imagine feeling more energetic every day!”
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 5 pts
Pathos primarily aims to:
Appeal to the audience's logic
Establish credibility
Evoke emotional responses
Provide factual information
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 5 pts
When an author uses facts and statistics to support an argument, they are primarily appealing to:
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
None of the above
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
5 mins • 5 pts
An advertisement shows a dog being rescued from a shelter to appeal to viewers' emotions. This is an example of:
Logos
Ethos
Pathos
Rhetorical question
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CCSS.RI.11-12.5
CCSS.RI.9-10.5
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