Question

i can attest to the fact that mark johnsons character is above reproach. he across life has been devoted to the service of the community. he will be an excellent representative of the people of our town to the state legislature. this is an example of
a. a logical appeal
b. a credibility appeal
c. an emotional appeal
d. a selective appeal
please select the best answer from the choices provided
a
b
c
d

Explanation:

The statement vouches for Mark Johnson's character and service - it appeals to his credibility as a reliable and worthy representative. A credibility appeal (ethos) is about establishing the trustworthiness and good character of a person. It is not a logical appeal (logos) which relies on facts and reasoning, an emotional appeal (pathos) which plays on feelings, or a selective appeal which isn't a standard rhetorical term in this context.

Answer:

B. a credibility appeal