Understanding Ethos, Pathos, Logos

Which of the following best defines "ethos" in persuasive writing?

• Appealing to the audience’s emotions

• Establishing the credibility or character of the speaker

• Using logical arguments and evidence

• Telling a personal story

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What does "pathos" appeal to in an argument?

• Logic

• Authority

• Emotion

• Tradition

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which term refers to the use of facts, statistics, and logical reasoning in persuasion?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• Mythos

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

If a speaker says, "As a doctor with 20 years of experience, I recommend this treatment," which rhetorical appeal is being used?

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• None

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following is an example of pathos?

• "According to a recent study, 80% of teens prefer online learning."

• "Imagine how devastated you would feel if your pet went missing."

• "As a certified teacher, I know what students need."

• "The law was passed in 1995."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which rhetorical appeal is most likely being used if an advertisement shows a sad puppy to encourage donations?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• None

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

A commercial says, "Four out of five dentists recommend this toothpaste." Which appeal is this?

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• None

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Which of the following best describes the purpose of using logos in an argument?

• To make the audience laugh

• To appeal to the audience’s sense of logic and reason

• To show the speaker’s character

• To create fear

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Read the following scenario: A student council candidate says, "I have volunteered at our school for three years and organized several successful events." Which rhetorical appeal is the candidate using?

• Pathos

• Logos

• Ethos

• None

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

You see a poster that says, "Every minute, a child goes hungry. You can help." Which rhetorical appeal is being used?

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

• None

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5