Ethos/Pathos/Logos
A rhetorical appeal that uses trust and credibility to persuade an audience.
Ethos
What is the central idea of the Declaration on Independence?
The Colonists want to separate themselves from Great Britain and King George.
Rewrite this using syntax and diction you might use when speaking to a toddler.
I would appreciate it if you could use your indoor voice while we are inside the house.
Shh, talk quiet inside, okay?
What type of rhetorical appeal is used here?
As a doctor with over 20 years of experience, I can assure you that this treatment is safe and effective.
Ethos
A rhetorical appeal that uses emotions to persuade an audience.
Pathos
According to the colonists, the King repeatedly absued his power. Name one specific action he took that the colonists disagreed with.
Taxation without representation
Using British soldiers against their own people.
(Other answers may be correct).
Rewrite this using casual syntax and diction.
The students demonstrated commendable diligence in completing their assignments ahead of schedule.
The kids got their work done early, which was pretty awesome.
Define Central Idea
A 1-2 sentence summary of the most important idea(s) in a text.
A rhetorical appeal that uses facts and statistics to perusade an audience.
Logos
What rights does the first ammendment guarantee Americans?
Speech, Religion, Petition, Press, Assembly
Rewrite this as if you were speaking to your best friend.
I am truly grateful for the unwavering support you have consistently provided.
Dude, thanks for always having my back.
Define Syntax.
The way sentences are structured and organized.
Only 3% of the earths water is drinkable, so we must take care of this non-renewable source and not pollute our freshwater.
Logos
What is the purpose of this piece of propaganda?
To show that Colonists were ready to fight back against the British if they provoked them.
Rewrite this sentence using formal diction and syntax.
Yo man, your pants are saggin'!
Excuse me kind sir, your trousers appear to be on the ground.
Define Diction.
The word choice of an author or writer.
An ASPCA commercial shows pictures of animals who have suffered abuse and asks for small monetary donations.
Pathos
On what date in history was the Declaration of Independence written and finalized?
July 4th, 1776
Rewrite this using syntax and diction you might use if you were speaking to Queen Elizabeth.
Wow, it’s so cool to meet you today.
Your Majesty, it is the greatest honor to be in your presence this evening.
Define Unalienable.
Something that cannot be taken away.