2.3.1 - Aristotle's Rhetorical Appeals (The Pillars of Persuasion)
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Practice Questions
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Define ethos in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about who you trust when making decisions.
Provide an example of pathos.
💡 Hint: Consider commercials that make you feel happy or sad.
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What does ethos refer to?
💡 Hint: Think about who you would trust as a speaker.
Pathos appeals to which aspect?
💡 Hint: What makes you feel something when watching an ad?
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Evaluate a political speech you’ve recently encountered. Identify and analyze the use of ethos, pathos, and logos. Discuss their effectiveness.
💡 Hint: Consider which appeal stands out the most and why.
Design an educational campaign. Determine how you would incorporate ethos, pathos, and logos to appeal to your audience effectively.
💡 Hint: Visualize the campaign and how each appeal fits into the overall strategy.
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