Question

for each of the following situations, write your own persuasive sentence(s) using ethos, pathos or logos. you may even use more than one technique per sentence, but you must use all of them at least once at some point in the exercise. you must also identify which one(s) you have tried to implement. the first one has been done for you as an example.
example: you are trying to sell a particular brand of toothpaste, called shinywhite.
3 out of 4 people surveyed said that they prefer our brand to any other. if you care about your teeth, make the wise choice and buy shinywhite before its too late.
technique(s) used: pathos and logos

1. the principal has canceled the prom. you are trying to persuade him/her to reconsider his/her decision.

prom is a big part of school and the student community and if canceled it you canceled interaction and a ritual kinda of
technique(s) used: pathos

1. you are attempting to convince your parents to buy you a pet rabbit.

think of how lonely the rabbit is at the shelter, we could give him a warm home and so much love
technique(s) used: pathos

1. you are trying to persuade your aunt to set up a facebook account.

facebook has over 2 billion users, making it the most efficient way to remember good times.
technique(s) used: logos, and pathos

1. your sister is on a strict diet, but you are trying to persuade her to try one of your freshly baked cookies.

youve worked so hard this week and deserve a small reward; just one cookie will boost your mood without ruining your progress
technique(s) used: pathos

1. it is a rainy day; you are trying to persuade your friend to go for a run with you.

1. your mother wants you to go grocery shopping with her and you are trying to persuade her that its not a good idea.

1. your teacher wants you to handwrite your essay but you want to type it. try to persuade him/her to let you type it.

Explanation:

Question 5

To persuade the friend, we can use pathos (appealing to emotions) and logos (logical reasoning). For example, "Running in the rain can be so refreshing! Think of how great it will feel to splash through the puddles and get some exercise—plus, the rain will cool us down, so we won't overheat. Don't you want to have that fun and boost your mood?" Here, we appeal to the friend's desire for fun (pathos) and explain the logical benefits of running in the rain (cooling down, exercise, mood boost) (logos).

To persuade the mother, we can use logos (logical reasons) and pathos (emotional appeal). For example, "Mom, I have a lot of homework to do, and if I go grocery shopping now, I'll be distracted and take longer to finish my work. Also, I know you want me to do well in school, so letting me stay and focus on my assignments would be better. Plus, I'll feel less stressed if I can finish my work first!" Here, we give logical reasons (homework, focus) and appeal to her desire for the child's academic success (pathos).

To persuade the teacher, we can use logos (logical benefits of typing) and pathos (appealing to the teacher's desire for a good essay). For example, "Teacher, typing my essay will allow me to edit it more easily, which means I can make it more polished and error - free. Also, it's faster, so I can spend more time researching and improving the content. I really want to turn in the best essay possible, and typing helps me do that!" Here, we explain the logical benefits (easy editing, more time for content) and appeal to the teacher's wish for a high - quality essay (pathos).

Answer:

Persuasive sentence: "Running in the rain can be so refreshing! Think of how great it will feel to splash through the puddles and get some exercise—plus, the rain will cool us down, so we won't overheat. Don't you want to have that fun and boost your mood?"
Technique(s) used: Pathos and Logos

Question 6