True or False
Ethos is used in the following statement:
“You should definitely get help with your debt, & I say that as somebody with over 30 years experience of debt counseling.”
TRUE!
Identify whether each phrase best represents ethos, logos, or pathos:
Nearly 25% of all car accidents are caused by drivers using cell phones while driving
LOGOS
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REPETITION
There's no price that can be placed on peace of mind.
PATHOS
Pathos is used in the following statement:
“Just eat and don’t complain. Children in Africa are starving and would give anything to have that plate of food.”
TRUE!!
Identify whether each phrase best represents ethos, logos, or pathos:
My coach suggested I cross-train on Sundays to work different muscle groups.
ETHOS
Do you want to take care of your family’s health?
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RHETORICAL QUESTION
“The research – conducted by professors at Harvard University – suggests that kids should learn a second language."
Logos is effectively used in the following statement:
“I need new jeans. Everyone in my class has new jeans.”
FALSE!
This isn’t an effective use of logos as the reasoning is not logical and convincing. Firstly, it’s highly unlikely that everyone has new jeans (hyperbole). Secondly, just because other people have new jeans, it doesn’t logically follow that the speaker needs the
Identify whether each phrase best represents ethos, logos, or pathos
Smoking around kids is dangerous because the defenseless children are exposed to dangerous chemicals that can lead to coughing and difficulty breathing and could even lead to deadly asthma attacks.
A(n) _______________ is a short and interesting story taken from the author’s past experience - or the experience of someone who knows about the topic
ANECDOTE / PERSONAL STORY
“Just eat and don’t complain. Children in Africa are starving and would give anything to have that plate of food.”
Pathos
Logos is effectively used in the following statement:
That is not my wallet. My wallet has a tear in it. This wallet has no tear in it. Therefore, it cannot be mine.
TRUE!
convincing, solid evidence and reasons to support your claims.
Who came up with the three persuasive appeals?
ARISTOTLE
When people smoke more cigarettes, they are more likely to have lung cancer.
Which Technique?
Cause/Effect
“Caring for the environment may not change your life, but it will change the lives of your children.”
Pathos
Pathos and Logos are effectively used in the following statement:
3 out of 4 people surveyed said that they prefer our brand to any other. If you care about your teeth, make the wise choice and buy ShinyWhite before it’s too late.
TRUE!
Why are the three appeals important?
a speaker's ability to persuade an audience is based on how well the speaker appeals to that audience in three different areas: logos, ethos, and pathos.
But some experts suggest that giving trophies to everyone sends the wrong message. In life, most people are not rewarded for simply doing what’s required. A student doesn’t get an A just for going to school. An employee doesn’t get a raise just for arriving to work on time. Shouldn’t only the hardest working orhighest performing athletes get the accolades? Giving trophies to all who participate motivates kids to play sports to have fun. Studies show many benefits for kids who stick with team sports, from higher fitness levels to better grades. Getting trophies can encourage young athletes to continue playing even if they are not superstars. No one feels overlooked, which is why there is no harm in awarding trophies to all who participate in sports.
Counterclaim/Refutation
According to research, someone who had not eaten meat for 8 years, was still fit and healthy; people can’t argue that vegetarianism is always unhealthy.
LOGOS