Logos
A type of term that you would look for to identify a logos appeal.
What is facts, definitions, or statistics?
Pathos helps the audience connect or reason with the writer's argument.
What is connect?
Ethos tries to appeal with emotion or credibility.
What is credibility?
The central, arguable assertion or main point an author makes, stating a position that needs to be proven with evidence, facts, and reasoning, rather than just being a simple statement or opinion
What is a claim?
The appeal that attempts to persuade by appealing to authority or credibility.
What is Ethos?
Logos relates to “the _____ and ____ of an argument as well as the logic of evidence and reasons.”
What is Consistency and Clarity?
Argument by Dismissal: Rejecting an idea without providing a ______or ___________ for its dismissal
What is reason or explanation?
“Attacking the ______ instead of the argument.”
What is person?
A viewpoint that opposes your main argument, which you introduce and then refute in your writing
What is a Counterargument?
An appeal that evokes an emotional response from a reader by appealing to empathy, fear, humor, or some other emotion.
What is Pathos?
To intentionally misrepresent your opponent’s position by over-exaggerating or offering a caricature of his or her argument is a type of Fallacious Logos.
What is Straw Man?
Rejecting an idea without providing a reason or explanation.
What is dismissal?
Using a statement taken out of context as authoritative support.
What is Appeal to Authority?
A written response to a counterargument that explains why the opposing view is incorrect and supports the original argument.
This appeal is important because it appeals to your readers’ intellect, It makes your readers feel smart, and is the part of the argument where you treat your audience like purely rational people.
What is Logos?
Identify the word that identifies this text is logos. "The average global temperature has increased by 1.2 degrees Celsius over the past century, according to data collected by reputable scientific organizations."
What is "data?"
Identify a word that identifies this text is pathos. "We must take immediate action to address climate change because future generations deserve a world that is healthy, safe, and sustainable. Imagine a world where our children and grandchildren struggle to breathe clean air, where natural disasters become more frequent and devastating, and where entire ecosystems collapse."
What is "we" or "imagine" or "our"
Identify a word that identifies this text is ethos. "As a seasoned pediatrician with over three decades of experience, I can attest to the importance of vaccinating children against preventable diseases. Throughout my career, I have witnessed firsthand the devastating effects of outbreaks that could have been prevented through vaccination. My commitment to the health and well-being of children is unwavering, and I urge parents to trust the overwhelming consensus among medical professional and scientific research supporting the safety and effacy of vaccines."
What is "seasoned" or "firsthand"
Miss Johnson
Who is your teacher?
This appeal makes use of the particular moment attempting to capture in words what will be immediately applicable, appropriate, and engaging for a particular audience.
What is Kairos?
Identify the word that identifies this text is logos. "Implementing universal healthcare is the next step towards improving the overall health and well-being of society. Statistics show that countries with universal healthcare systems have lower mortality rates, higher life expectancies, and better health outcomes across various demographics. By ensuring access to preventive care, early diagnosis, and affordable treatments for all citizens, we not only alleviate the financial burden of healthcare but also foster a healthier population, leading to increased productivity and economic stability in the long run."
What is "statistics?"
Identify a phrase that identifies this text is pathos. "in recent years, we've witnessed devastating wildfires ravaging communities, hurricane intensifying with unprecedented ferocity, and glaciers melting at alarming rates. These harrowing events serve as stark reminders of the urgent need to address climate change. Families displaced from their homes, livelihoods destroyed, and ecosystems on the brink of collapse.
What is "devastating wildfires ravaging communities" or families displaced from their homes?"
Identify three words that identifies this text is ethos. "As a renowned climatologist with over three decades of experience studying atmospheric patterns and climate trends, i have personally analyzed the data collected by numerous scientific organizations. My expertise in this field allows me to confidently assert that the observed increase in global temperatures is undeniably linked to human-induced greenhouse gas emissions. Moreover, my dedication to scientific integrity and the pursuit of truth compels me to advocate for urgent action to address climate change."
What is "renowned", "personally", and "expertise"
Builds a logical case using an Introduction (hook, background, thesis), Body Paragraphs (topic sentence, evidence, reasoning, addressing counterarguments/rebuttals), and a Conclusion (summary, restated thesis, final thought) to persuade readers to accept a specific stance using facts and evidence.
What is an Argumentative Essay?
Name the 4 appeals in order that correlate to the definitions:
"an overview of several false appeals to logic, including the false dilemma, which assumes that there are only two options when there are more"
"points out that using emotional words that evidence does not support leads to the argument by emotive language fallacy"
"unfairly build up the credibility of the author or unfairly attack the credibility of the author's opponent."
"Introducing irrelevant facts or claims to detract from the actual argument."
What is fallacious logos, fallacious pathos, fallacious ethos, and fallacious kairos?