Practice Rhetorical Appeals (aristotle's Triad) (3.2) - Module 2: Exploring Non-Fiction Texts

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Question 1.
What does ethos refer to in persuasion?
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Think about trust and qualifications.
Question 2.
Give an example of a situation where pathos might be effectively used.
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Consider advertisements that pull at your heartstrings.
3Question 3.
What does ethos appeal to?
- Emotion
- Logic
- Credibility
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Think about what makes someone trustworthy.
4Question 4.
True or False: Pathos is primarily concerned with logical reasoning.
- True
- False
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Remember which appeal engages feelings.
Question 5.
Design a short persuasive speech that effectively incorporates ethos, pathos, and logos, and provide examples of each.
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Think of practical issues in your community.
Question 6.
Evaluate a persuasive article of your choice from the internet, identifying examples of ethos, pathos, and logos, and discussing how effective they are.
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Look for articles that resonate with current issues.

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