3.2.2 - Pathos (Emotion)
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Practice Questions
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Define pathos in your own words.
💡 Hint: Think about how stories or memories can make you feel when convincing someone.
Give an example of emotionally charged language.
💡 Hint: Consider words that might stir strong feelings in readers.
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What is the primary focus of pathos in persuasive writing?
💡 Hint: Think about how feelings can shape opinions.
True or False: Vivid imagery can help elicit pathos.
💡 Hint: Recall the importance of visuals in storytelling.
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Challenge Problems
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Write a short persuasive paragraph that uses pathos to persuade an audience to donate to a charity for homeless animals.
💡 Hint: Think about how you would feel if you were in the shelter's position.
Analyze a speech excerpt and identify three emotional appeals made through pathos.
💡 Hint: Look for stories that create empathy or imagery that invokes feelings.
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