Question

rhetorical appeals graphic organizer - just mercy by bryan stevenson directions: use this organizer to track examples of rhetorical appeals in just mercy. find a passage that shows ethos, pathos, or logos, then record the evidence, explain what stevenson is saying, and describe the effect on the reader. ethos (credibility/authority) text evidence (quote or paraphrase): explanation (what is stevenson saying?): effect on the reader (why is this persuasive?): pathos (emotions/feelings) text evidence (quote or paraphrase): explanation (what is stevenson saying?): effect on the reader (why is this persuasive?):

Explanation:

Ethos appeals to credibility. One might find a passage where Stevenson mentions his legal - work experience to establish his authority on justice issues. This makes the reader trust his perspective. Pathos appeals to emotions. A passage could describe a tragic story of an unjustly - convicted person to evoke sympathy. This makes the reader emotionally invested and more likely to support his cause. Since the text asks for evidence, explanation, and effect for both ethos and pathos in the book "Just Mercy", one would need to refer to the actual text of the book for specific quotes or paraphrases.

Stevenson is establishing his expertise and authority in the field of criminal justice.
Effect on the Reader: Makes the reader trust his opinions and arguments more.

For Pathos:
Text Evidence: (To be filled with an actual quote or paraphrase from "Just Mercy" evoking emotions, e.g., "The young boy, wrongly accused and facing life in prison, wept as his family said goodbye...")

Stevenson is highlighting the human cost and tragedy of injustice.
Effect on the Reader: Evokes sympathy and a desire for change.

Answer:

For Ethos:
Text Evidence: (To be filled with an actual quote or paraphrase from "Just Mercy" showing Stevenson's credibility, e.g., "As a defense attorney who has worked on numerous death - penalty cases...")