Modal Verbs
You (can / may) run faster than you walk.
can
What does the term "pathos" refer to in persuasive writing?
What is emotion?
What does the term "ethos" refer to in persuasive writing or speaking?
What is credibility?
What does the term "logos" refer to in persuasive writing?
What is rationality / logic?
She (ought to / might) come to the party if she starts to feel better.
might
What is the key difference between logos and pathos?
A) Logos is based on logical reasoning, while pathos appeals to emotions.
B) Logos appeals to emotions, while pathos relies on logic.
D) Logos is a storytelling technique, while pathos uses statistics.
What is A) Logos is based on logical reasoning, while pathos appeals to emotions?
In which of the following scenarios is pathos being used effectively?
A) A politician discusses their detailed economic plan.
B) An author references statistics about climate change.
C) A charity organization shares a video of a child in need, highlighting their struggles.
What is B) An author references statistics about climate change?
Which of the following is an example of ethos?
A) According to a recent study, 70% of people prefer this product.
B) Imagine a world where everyone is happy and healthy.
C) As a doctor with over 20 years of experience, I recommend this treatment.
What is C) As a doctor with over 20 years of experience, I recommend this treatment?
I (would / can) play basketball if I (must / could) shoot the ball.
would
could
In a political debate, a candidate shares personal experiences of growing up in poverty to connect with voters. This is an example of...
What is pathos?
In an ad campaign, a brand showcases testimonials from trusted celebrities endorsing their product. This primarily appeals to...
What is ethos?
In a debate about climate change, a speaker presents statistical data showing rising temperatures and their effects. This is an example of...
What is logos?
Restate the sentence using a modal verb:
It is necessary for you to study for the exam.
You must study for the exam.
A marketing campaign for a new health supplement emphasizes clinical trials showing its effectiveness and features customer feedback from satisfied users. This is an example of...
What is logos and pathos?
Consider the following advertisement: "Buy this car! It has received top safety ratings and 95% of customers are satisfied driving it." Which rhetorical appeal is primarily being used?
What is logos?
In a speech advocating for animal rights, the speaker uses statistics about animal cruelty and cites their experience as a veterinarian This is an example of...
What is logos and ethos?
Restate the sentence using a modal verb:
It is possible for them to arrive late due to traffic.
The might arrive late due to traffic.
In a documentary about climate change, the filmmaker includes interviews with scientists (ethos), data on rising sea levels (logos), and footage of natural disasters (pathos). What is the effect of using all three rhetorical appeals?
A) It confuses the audience.
B) It strengthens the argument by addressing different audience perspectives.
C) It dilutes the message.
D) It makes the documentary too lengthy.
What is B) It strengthens the argument by addressing different audience perspectives?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a combination of ethos, logos, and pathos in a persuasive argument?
A) A commercial uses bright colors and music to attract attention without any spoken message.
B) An author describes their writing process but provides no logical arguments.
C) A scientist presents data and shares a personal story while discussing their extensive research background.
What is C) A scientist presents data and shares a personal story while discussing their extensive research background?
In a documentary about the effects of plastic pollution, the filmmaker combines scientific research (logos), emotional interviews with affected communities (pathos), and highlights their credentials as an environmental scientist (ethos). What is the primary purpose of using all three appeals?
A) To create a balanced argument that is compelling and trustworthy.
B) To confuse the audience with too much information.
C) To solely focus on emotional manipulation.
What is A) To create a balanced argument that is compelling and trustworthy?