Question

which appeal relies on the speaker’s credibility and character?

a. ethical appeal

b. emotional appeal

c. artistic appeal

d. logical appeal

Explanation:

Ethical appeal (ethos) in rhetoric relies on the speaker's credibility, trustworthiness, and character to persuade an audience. Emotional appeal (pathos) uses emotions, Artistic appeal is not a standard rhetorical appeal, and Logical appeal (logos) uses reasoning/evidence. So the correct option is a.

Answer:

a. Ethical appeal