Question

question 9 of 10
read this excerpt from common sense:
i am not induced by motives of pride, party, or resentment to espouse the doctrine of separation and independence; i am clearly, positively, and conscientiously persuaded that it is the true interest of this continent to be so.
which words or phrases from this passage best demonstrate ethos?
a. pride, resentment, independence
b. clearly, positively, persuaded
c. induced, continent
d. conscientiously, true interest of this continent

Explanation:

Ethos is about establishing credibility/ethical appeal. Option D: "conscientiously" shows careful, moral consideration, and "true interest of this continent" frames the argument as for the public good, building ethical credibility. Option A's words relate to emotions/motives, B's to certainty of belief, C's are neutral terms. So D best demonstrates ethos.

Answer:

D. conscientiously, true interest of this continent