Ethos, Pathos, Logos

"As a doctor, I am qualified to tell you that this course of treatment will likely generate the best results."

• ethos
• logos
• pathos

"My three decades of experience in public service, my tireless commitment to the people of this community, and my willingness to reach across the aisle and cooperate with the opposition, make me the ideal candidate for your mayor."

• ethos

• logos

• pathos

"If we don’t move soon, we’re all going to die! Can’t you see how dangerous it would be to stay?"

• ethos
• logos
• pathos

"The data is perfectly clear: this investment has consistently turned a profit year-over-year, even in spite of market declines in other areas."

• ethos
• logos
• pathos

"I’m not just invested in this community – I love every building, every business, every hard-working member of this town."

• logos
• ethos
• pathos

"More than one hundred peer-reviewed studies have been conducted over the past decade, and none of them suggests that this is an effective treatment for hair loss."

• logos
• ethos
• pathos

Which of the following rhetorical, persuasive devices uses reputation, credibility, and experience?

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Logos

Which of the following rhetorical devices uses logic, facts, and common sense to persuade readers/listeners?

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Logos

Which of the following rhetorical devices uses emotions and feelings to persuade the reader?

• Ethos

• Pathos

• Logos

"You know me – I’ve taught Sunday School at your church for years, babysat your children, and served as a playground director for many summers."

• logos
• ethos
• pathos