Question

1. choose the best answer.

the quoting of famous men in the illegal document is an example of \\_\\_\\_\\_.

• pathos
• logos
• ethos
• none of these

1. choose true or false.

justices do not care about previous court case decisions when giving a verdict.

• true
• false

1. choose the best answer.

schenck argued that evidence used against him was not admissible because of improper use of \\_\\_\\_\\_.

• a search warrant
• governmental authority
• a firearm
• evidence

Explanation:

Analyze Question 10

The question asks about the rhetorical device used when quoting famous men in an "illegal document" (referring to the pamphlet in the Schenck v. United States case, which quoted famous historical figures to support its anti-conscription message). Quoting authoritative, respected, or famous individuals is a classic way to build credibility and trust with the audience. In rhetoric, appealing to authority, credibility, or character is known as ethos (one of the core Literary Devices).

Analyze Question 11

The statement is: "Justices do not care about previous court case decisions when giving a verdict." In the American legal system, the principle of stare decisis dictates that justices heavily rely on and care about previous court decisions (precedents) to guide their rulings. Therefore, the statement is false.

Analyze Question 12

In Schenck v. United States, Charles Schenck argued that the evidence used against him (the pamphlets seized from the Socialist Party headquarters) was inadmissible because it was obtained through an unlawful search and seizure, violating his Fourth Amendment rights. Specifically, he challenged the improper use of a search warrant.

Answer:

Question 10

• pathos
• logos</mcq-correct>
• ethos (Correct answer)

<mcq-option>none of these

Question 11

• True
• False (Correct answer)

Question 12

• a search warrant (Correct answer)
• governmental authority
• a firearm
• evidence