
The Art of Persuasion (Debate): Ethos, Logos, Pathos
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9th - 12th Grade
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Statement: "As a doctor with over 20 years of experience, I can confidently say that vaccines are safe and effective."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Argument: "Imagine a world without hunger. A world where every child has enough to eat. We can make this happen if we work together."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Statement: "According to a recent study, students who eat breakfast perform better in school."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Argument: "The evidence is clear: climate change is real, and it's happening now. We must take action to protect our planet."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Statement: "I'm a mother of two, and I care deeply about the future of our children. We must ensure that they have access to quality education."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Argument: "As a former teacher, I know firsthand the challenges that our educators face. We must support our teachers and invest in our schools."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Statement: "The data shows that wearing seat belts significantly reduces the risk of injury in car accidents."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Argument: "Imagine a world without war. A world where peace and understanding prevail. We can create this world if we choose to."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Statement: "As a scientist, I have spent years studying the effects of pollution on our environment."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Read the statement or argument and identify which rhetorical device is being used: ethos, pathos, or logos.
Argument: "The cost of healthcare is rising at an alarming rate. We must reform our healthcare system to make it more affordable for everyone."
ethos (appealing to credibility)
pathos (appealing to emotions)
logos (appealing to logic or reason)
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following technologies has raised concerns about job displacement?
Artificial Intelligence
Social Media
Cybersecurity
Nanotechnology
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Multiple Choice
The digital divide refers to:
The gap between those who have access to technology and those who do not.
The ethical concerns raised by biotechnology.
The use of robots for automation.
The protection of personal information.
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Multiple Choice
Mass surveillance can infringe on:
Data privacy
Cybersecurity
Social media
Biotechnology
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Multiple Choice
Which of the following technologies has the potential for both positive and negative applications?
Robotics
Nanotechnology
Surveillance
Social Media
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Multiple Choice
Concerns about the ethical implications of technology often arise due to:
The potential for job displacement.
The risk of privacy violations.
The unintended consequences of technological advancements.
All of the above.
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