Rhetorical Strategy in the Passage
Identify the example of Logos in this passage
The Pew Research Center has found troubling statistics, “Around a quarter of parents (27%) said their children had to do schoolwork on a cellphone, 16% said their child was unable to complete schoolwork because of a lack of computer access at home, and another 14% said their child had to use public Wi-Fi to finish schoolwork because there was no reliable connection at home.”
Logos: Around a quarter of parents (27%) said their children had to do schoolwork on a cellphone, 16% said their child was unable to complete schoolwork because of a lack of computer access at home
True or False: this a credible example of logos?
"It’s a matter of common sense that people deserve to be treated equally. The Constitution calls it ‘self-evident.’ Why, then, should I have been denied a seat because of my disability?"
True.
Use Ethos to persuade someone to drink Redbull
Example: The best athletes, including LeBron James, drink Redbull before practice
Identify the example of Pathos in this passage
There have been many studies proving that being bilingual can benefit one’s health. There is growing evidence to suggest that bilingualism can delay the onset of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease for example.
“To have another language is to possess a second soul” said Charlemagne. One of the benefits of being bilingual can mean that you see the world in different ways. Some even say that speaking two different languages can sometimes feel like having two different personalities.
Pathos: Some even say that speaking two different languages can sometimes feel like having two different personalities.
True of False: The following evidence is appropriate support for a paper in support of lowering the drinking age to 18 in the US: "Most alcohol-related car accidents involve drivers under the age of 21."
False
Use Pathos to convince someone that they should help you with your homework
Example: Please help me, if I don't turn this in, I will fail the class
Identify the example of Pathos in this passage
According to economist Thomas Kane, Walter H. Gale Professor of Education and Economics at Harvard Graduate School of Education, “We found that districts that spent more weeks in remote instruction lost more ground than districts that returned to in-person instruction sooner.” All students deserve the best education can offer them, the best is clearly not translated well through the screen. We are failing are kids through remote instruction.
Pathos: All students deserve the best education can offer them, the best is clearly not translated well through the screen. We are failing are kids through remote instruction.
Which of the following is NOT a credible source for an academic paper? a. an article from an academic journal b. a YouTube video c. an interview
b. a YouTube video
Use Ethos to persuade someone to use a facemask
Example: Doctor Fauci, Chief Medical Advisor to the President of United States, recommends the use of facemasks in indoor spaces
Identify the example of Ethos and Logos in this passage
Studies show that college graduates earn significantly more money throughout their lifetime than those with only high school education.
According to a national report by the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (sheeo.org), high school graduates earn an average of almost $30,000 per year. Bachelor's graduates earn an average of just over $50,000 a year. And those with a higher level degree (master's, doctorate or professional) average nearly $70,000 per year.
Ethos: According to a national report by the State Higher Education Executive Officers Association (sheeo.org)
Logos: High school graduates earn an average of almost $30,000 per year. Bachelor's graduates earn an average of just over $50,000 a year.
Michael Jordan is used to sell sneakers.
"PUC should not require the SAT or ACT for admission. Research has shown time and again that standardized tests don't accurately measure intelligence."
What is Ethos?
True or False: This is ethos.
"If you’re still unsure, please consider that my advanced degree and field work speak for themselves."
Use Ethos and Logos to persuade your teacher to stop assigning homework
Stanford University professor Denise Pope found that 56% of students consider homework as a main source of stress
Identify the example of Ethos and Pathos in this passage
School periods should be shorter! From experience as a student, it is difficult for students to stay on task, pay attention and take notes for such a long time. I have trouble staying awake during long periods. Students get tired and lazy sitting there without moving. Longer classes makes the time drag and the class boring too! Imagine sitting there, writing continuously for an hour and a half, period after period with no break while your hand hurts from taking notes and your eyes get dry and heavy from staring at power points all day. It’s exhausting!
Ethos: From experience as a student, it is difficult for students to stay on task, pay attention and take notes for such a long time.
Pathos: Imagine sitting there, writing continuously for an hour and a half, period after period with no break while your hand hurts from taking notes and your eyes get dry and heavy from staring at power points all day.
"Reeboks are outdated and for old folks. Come over to Nike, where the shoes teach you to fly while being fly."
What is Pathos?
Which is the definition of ethos?
a) Uses facts & statistics to persuade
b) Appeal to the writer's believability, qualifications and relevant biographical info to persuade
c) Appeals to the emotions of the audience and elicits feelings to persuade
b) Appeal to the writer's believability, qualifications and relevant biographical info to persuade
Use Pathos and Logos to persuade your mom to let you get a pet
Example: Mom, don't you want me to be happy? Studies show that pet owners are 12% happier than non-pet owners