Ms. Dombrow Literature and Rhetoric A Argumentative Writing Unit Rhetorical Appeals Ms. Dombrow Literature and Rhetoric A Argumentative Writing Unit
The art or study of using language effectively and persuasively Rhetoric The art or study of using language effectively and persuasively Class title: Literature and Rhetoric
Three Types of Rhetorical Appeals Ethos Pathos Logos
Ethos Credibility A way of convincing an audience based on the good values of the writer/speaker Does the audience respect you? Does the audience believe you are of good character? Does the audience believe you are generally trustworthy? Does the audience believe you are an authority on this speech topic? Example: I am a husband, a father, and a taxpayer. I’ve served faithfully for 20 years on the school board. I deserve your vote for city council.
Ethos
Pathos Emotions A way of convincing an audience based on appealing to their emotions Such an appeal attempts to persuade by stirring up the emotions of the audience and attempts to create any number of emotions, including: fear, sadness, contentment, joy, and pride. Example: ASPCA commercials- showing abused animals with sad music behind it appeals to your emotions in order to get monetary donations.
Pathos
Pathos https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrX3Ql31 URA What emotions are Hillary Clinton appealing to? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=feOPrV75X GA What emotions are Donald Trump appealing to?
Logos Logic A way of convincing an audience based on the use of reasoning, facts, and statistics Example: A Chevrolet advertisement that provides performance data on the vehicle being marketed is making a logical appeal.
Logos
Identifying Ethos, Pathos, and Logos We will watch a few commercials First time, you will just watch Second time, you will write the rhetorical appeals and how they were used Ex: Ethos – The veterinarian is a credible source to recommend Pedigree dog food
Cheerios Commercial https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-lWe- lpARI
Dale Peterson for Agriculture Commissioner
“It Can Wait” Campaign https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9swS1Vl6 Ok
Elevator Speech Example My Name is Ms. Dombrow and I’m going to tell you why Michigan State is the best choice if you want to become a teacher. My amazing MSU education allowed me to get a job right out of college as well as partake in educational research. (Ethos) MSU works with schools in Lansing to help students from underprivileged homes succeed in school. (Pathos) MSU has been ranked #1 for elementary and secondary education for 22 years in a row. (Logos) MSU is the best university for teachers because you will be competitive in the job market, help students in need, and be able to say you attend the #1 school in that field. If you want to be a teacher, apply to MSU TODAY!
The Elevator Speech Make an argument about a topic you are interested and passionate about -- write a 30 second Elevator Pitch: The death penalty discourages crime. Stephen Curry is the MVP for the Golden State Warriors. You cannot truly fall in love with more than one person. MUST: Introduce yourself and give your Opening Line THESIS [= Main Argument] Utilize all 3 rhetorical appeals to support your argument Make a Closing Statement summary calling your audience to action ALL UNDER 30 SECONDS (time yourself... You will lose points if your speech is shorter or longer than 30 seconds)