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WorksheetsRhetorical Appeals 4/11
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 14mins
Why do writers use logos in a persuasive argument?
"You should trust her, she's a nurse" is an example of which appeal?
Appeal to ethos
Appeal to pathos
Appeal to logos
When a speaker uses emotional language to inspire action, they are using...
What do ethos, pathos, and logos all have in common?
Why would a speaker use ethos in a persuasive speech?
Which of the following appeals to ethos?
You should stay in school.
6 out of 10 teens play a sport.
You'll feel amazing if you exercise!
According to Harvard researchers, meditation can help with anxiety.
Which is the best example of logos?
According to the CDC, flu cases rose by 25% this year.
As an experienced scientist, I feel that this is the best solution.
You don't want to be the only one left out.
I understand how you feel.
What is the purpose of using pathos in an argument?
Which appeal is strongest when trying to gain the audience's trust?
Why would a writer use logos in an argument?
What type of appeal is used when an author shares a personal story to make the audience feel sympathy?
Which appeal tries to make the audience feel something?
Kairos
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
Every year, thousands of animals are left homeless because people buy pets without thinking about the long-term commitment. I’ve worked at the local animal shelter for over five years, and I’ve seen puppies abandoned just weeks after being adopted. These animals aren’t toys—they have feelings, needs, and deserve love. Imagine how scared a pet must feel when it’s left alone with no food or shelter. That’s why it’s so important to adopt responsibly and make sure you’re ready before bringing a pet home.
Which rhetorical appeal is shown in the passage?
pathos
kairos
As a veterinarian with over ten years of experience caring for animals, I strongly recommend that pet owners vaccinate their pets on schedule. I’ve treated many dogs and cats who suffered from preventable illnesses simply because their owners skipped important vaccinations. My training and daily work in animal health have shown me how vital these shots are to keeping pets safe and healthy.
Which rhetorical appeal is shown in the passage?
According to the CDC, handwashing can reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses by up to 21%. In schools where students wash their hands regularly, there are fewer absences due to illness. Washing your hands with soap for at least 20 seconds is a simple, proven way to stay healthy and prevent the spread of germs.
Which rhetorical appeal is shown in the passage?
