Question

which statement primarily appeals to pathos, or emotion, to support the position that keeping a journal can positively affect a person’s happiness and health?
dr. kathleen adams, a champion of therapeutic writing, rightly argues that the practice of keeping a journal can be a helpful, even cathartic tool.
there is a significant body of research that supports the claim that expressive writing can be therapeutic and have both short- and long-term positive effects.
by expressing ourselves freely through writing, we are able to let go of negative emotions, lightening our spiritual burdens and becoming wonderfully self-aware in the process.

Explanation:

To determine which statement appeals to pathos (emotion), we analyze each:

• The first statement (Dr. Kathleen Adams...) uses expert opinion (ethos).
• The second statement (There is a significant body...) uses research (logos).
• The third statement (By expressing ourselves...) talks about letting go of negative emotions, lightening spiritual burdens, and self - awareness, which are emotional appeals as they connect to feelings and personal well - being.

Answer:

By expressing ourselves freely through writing, we are able to let go of negative emotions, lightening our spiritual burdens and becoming wonderfully self - aware in the process.