Question

this question has two parts. first, answer part a. then, answer part b. part a which of these sentences from paragraph 9 of passage 2 is an example of pathos, or an emotional appeal? a “even the intelligent and educated layman has small and sometimes no skill in the science of law.” b “if charged with crime, he is incapable, generally, of determining for himself whether the indictment is good or bad.” c “he requires the guiding hand of counsel at every step in the proceedings against him.”

Explanation:

Pathos aims to evoke emotions. None of the given sentences directly appeal to emotions like pity, anger, etc. However, if we consider the vulnerability of the lay - man in the legal system as a way to tug at the heartstrings, the idea of a person being lost and in need of help in the face of the law can be seen as an emotional appeal. Sentence C emphasizes the helplessness of an individual in legal proceedings, which can create an emotional response of sympathy.

Answer:

C. "He requires the guiding hand of counsel at every step in the proceedings against him."