Question

persuasive language using ethos, pathos & logos. 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 technique(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. 4 out of 5 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: ethos and logos. 1. the principal has cancelled the prom. you are trying to persuade him/her to reconsider his/her decision. technique(s) used: 2. you are attempting to convince your parents to buy you a pet rabbit. technique(s) used: 3. you are trying to persuade your aunt to set up a facebook account. technique(s) used: 4. your sister is on a strict diet but you are trying to persuade her to try one of your freshly baked cookies. technique(s) used: 5. it is a rainy day; you are trying to persuade your friend to go for a run with you. technique(s) used: 6. your mother wants you to go grocery - shopping with her and you are trying to persuade her that its not a good idea. technique(s) used: 7. your teacher wants you to handwrite your essay but you want to type it. try to persuade him/her to let you type it. technique(s) used: 8. you are trying to convince your classmates to each donate $5 to a charity which rescues abandoned animals. technique(s) used:

Explanation:

Ethos appeals to ethics and credibility, pathos to emotions, and logos to logic.

1. "As an experienced educator, I've seen firsthand how reconsidering decisions can lead to better - outcomes. Please give this one a second thought." (Ethos)
2. "Think about how lonely I am without a pet. A rabbit would be my best friend and bring so much joy to my life." (Pathos)
3. "Facebook is a great way to stay in touch with long - lost relatives and friends. Statistics show that it helps maintain social connections better than any other platform." (Logos and Ethos)
4. "Just one little cookie won't ruin your diet. These cookies are made with all - natural ingredients and are a small indulgence that you deserve." (Logos and Pathos)
5. "Running in the rain can be an exhilarating experience. It's a great way to challenge yourself and feel alive. Plus, the air is so fresh during a rain shower." (Pathos and Logos)
6. "Mom, the traffic is really bad today, and the grocery store will be crowded. We'll end up spending more time and energy than it's worth." (Logos)
7. "I type much faster than I write by hand, so I can focus more on the content of my essay. This will result in a higher - quality paper." (Logos)
8. "These poor animals have been through so much. A $5 donation from each of us can make a huge difference in their lives. It's a small price to pay for a big impact." (Pathos and Logos)

Answer:

1. "As an experienced educator, I've seen firsthand how reconsidering decisions can lead to better - outcomes. Please give this one a second thought." (Ethos)
2. "Think about how lonely I am without a pet. A rabbit would be my best friend and bring so much joy to my life." (Pathos)
3. "Facebook is a great way to stay in touch with long - lost relatives and friends. Statistics show that it helps maintain social connections better than any other platform." (Logos and Ethos)
4. "Just one little cookie won't ruin your diet. These cookies are made with all - natural ingredients and are a small indulgence that you deserve." (Logos and Pathos)
5. "Running in the rain can be an exhilarating experience. It's a great way to challenge yourself and feel alive. Plus, the air is so fresh during a rain shower." (Pathos and Logos)
6. "Mom, the traffic is really bad today, and the grocery store will be crowded. We'll end up spending more time and energy than it's worth." (Logos)
7. "I type much faster than I write by hand, so I can focus more on the content of my essay. This will result in a higher - quality paper." (Logos)
8. "These poor animals have been through so much. A $5 donation from each of us can make a huge difference in their lives. It's a small price to pay for a big impact." (Pathos and Logos)