Question

2.4.3 test (cst): the rhetoric of argument
millions of dollars have been appropriated by congress each year for \indian education.\ all you have to do is encourage your school to use these resources. my indian child has a constitutional right to learn and maintain his culture. by the same token, i believe that non - indian children have a constitutional right to learn about our native american heritage and culture, because indians play a significant part in the history of western society.
which statement best explains the type of appeal the author is using in this passage?
a. pathos, because the author provides the audience with facts and evidence to support his argument
b. ethos, because the author encourages the audience to think with their hearts instead of their heads
c. logos, because the author uses vivid descriptions that evoke strong emotions in the audience
d. ethos, because the author references respected institutions like the u.s. congress and the constitution

Explanation:

Ethos is an appeal to ethics, often using credibility - building elements like references to respected institutions. Here, the author references Congress (which appropriates funds) and the Constitution (which guarantees rights), thus using ethos.

Answer:

D. Ethos, because the author references respected institutions like the U.S. Congress and the Constitution