Question

which example most clearly uses ethos to make an appeal?
a. a graph showing a small businesss quarterly earnings
b. a survey that shows 78 percent of parents want longer school days
c. an account of a tornado sweeping through a small town
d. a reference to the authors 15 years as a district court judge

Explanation:

Ethos is an appeal to credibility or character. Option D references the author's 15 - year experience as a district court judge, which builds credibility (ethos). Option A is a graph (logos - logical appeal). Option B is a survey (logos). Option C is an emotional account (pathos).

Answer:

D. A reference to the author’s 15 years as a district court judge