Rhetorical Devices Pre-Assessment

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CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which of the following best describes "Ethos"?

• Emotional appeal
• Logical reasoning
• Credibility or trust
• Repetition for effect

Answer explanation

• ✅: Good Job! Ethos appeals to credibility or character of the speaker.

• ❌: Remember, ethos= ethics or trustworthiness of the speaker.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Which rhetorical device uses facts, data, or statistics?

• Pathos
• Logos
• Ethos
• Metaphor

Answer explanation

• ✅: Good Job! Logos appeals to logic and reason.

• ❌: Check that again. Logos is linked to logic and evidence.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

You see an ad showing of a crying dog in a shelter. Which rhetorical device is most likely being used?

• Logos
• Pathos
• Ethos
• Personification

Answer explanation

• ✅: Good Job! Pathos appeals to emotions like sympathy.

• ❌: Remember, think about how the ad is trying to make you feel something.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

Which of the following is the best example of logos in an advertisement?

• “We’ve been trusted by families for over 50 years.”
• “Don’t miss out, everyone’s buying it!”
• “This product removes 99% of bacteria in 30 seconds.”
• “You deserve to feel your best. Treat yourself!”

Answer explanation

• ✅: Good Job! This is logos because it uses a fact/statistic to persuade.

• ❌: Remember, logos is based on logic and evidence.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Which of these scenarios BEST demonstrates the use of pathos in writing?

• Listing three statistics about air pollution
• Showing a crying child whose pet went missing
• Citing a university professor as a source
• Repeating a word or phrase for emphasis

Answer explanation

• ✅: Good Job! Pathos appeals to emotions, and this example uses sympathy to connect with the audience.

• ❌: Remember, think about which example is trying to make you feel something rather than proving or citing.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Why might an author choose to use pathos in a persuasive advertisement?

Answer explanation

• ✅: Great Job! Using emotion makes the message more relatable and persuasive.

• ❌: Remember, try to think about how emotions affects someone's decision-making.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

Which rhetorical device do you find most effective (ethos, pathos, or logos) and why?

Answer explanation

• ✅: Great job on giving a clear opinion/answer with reasoning.

• ❌: Remember to always be sure to support your opinion with a reason.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

When an advertisement says, “9 out of 10 dentists recommend this toothpaste,” it is using _____.

Answer explanation

• ✅: Good Job! This ad is using an expert's opinion to build credibility. This is ethos.

• ❌: Remember, think about how the speaker is showing they’re trustworthy or respected.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.5