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identify the appeal (ethos, pathos, or logos)
read the following sentences and identify whether the appeal is ethos, pathos, or logos.

1. \the statistics are clear—90% of people who exercise daily have a lower risk of heart disease.\

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1. \youve heard from countless experts about the dangers of texting while driving—its time to stop this reckless behavior.\

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1. \imagine the look on your childs face when you hand them their first bike—it will be a moment youll never forget.\

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1. \as a scientist with 15 years of research in climate studies, i believe this solution will address global warming effectively.\

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1. \the new laws could lead to an increase in fines for violations, and research shows that such measures can reduce illegal activity.\

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analyzing a speech or text
read the excerpt below from a speech or advertisement, and answer the following questions:
excerpt from a speech:
\as a teacher who has dedicated my life to education, ive seen firsthand the impact that proper nutrition has on student performance. imagine how much better our children would perform if they had access to healthy meals every day. studies show that students who eat balanced meals are more focused, and their grades improve. its time we invest in our future.\

1. which rhetorical appeal is used in the first sentence?

why do you think that?
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1. which rhetorical appeal is used in the second sentence?

why do you think that?
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1. which rhetorical appeal is used in the last sentence?

why do you think that?
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Explanation:

• For the first part (sentences 1 - 5):
• Sentence 1: Logos. Uses statistics (90% data) to appeal to logic.
• Sentence 2: Ethos. Mentions "countless experts" to build credibility.
• Sentence 3: Pathos. Appeals to emotions (the imagined moment with the child).
• Sentence 4: Ethos. The scientist's 15 - year research builds credibility.
• Sentence 5: Logos. Mentions laws, fines, and research (logical measures).
• For the speech excerpt:
• Question 1: Ethos. The teacher's dedication to education builds credibility.
• Question 2: Pathos. Imagines a positive future for children (emotional appeal).
• Question 3: Logos. Refers to studies (logical evidence about student performance).

Answer:

1. Logos
2. Ethos
3. Pathos
4. Ethos
5. Logos

For the speech excerpt:

1. Ethos. Teacher's dedication builds credibility.
2. Pathos. Imagines better future for children (emotional).
3. Logos. Refers to studies (logical evidence).