Practice Ethos (credibility) (5.2.1) - Unit 5: Non-Fiction and Essays - Grade 11 Studies in Language and Literature
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Ethos (Credibility)

Practice - Ethos (Credibility)

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Question 1 Easy

What does ethos refer to in persuasive writing?

💡 Hint: Think about what makes someone trustworthy.

Question 2 Easy

Give an example of how an author might establish their ethos.

💡 Hint: What credentials could represent expertise?

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Question 1

What is the primary purpose of ethos in writing?

To evoke emotions
To provide logical reasoning
To establish credibility

💡 Hint: What makes the author credible to the audience?

Question 2

True or False: Authors with no credibility can still persuade audiences effectively.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about the trust factor in persuasion.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Analyze a controversial opinion article and discuss how the author’s ethos affects the persuasiveness of their argument.

💡 Hint: Examine the author's language and tone.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a presentation where you try to persuade an audience on a chosen topic without establishing ethos. What might be the outcome?

💡 Hint: What role does trust play in effective persuasion?

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