Identify the use of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos in this passage.
Passage:
We must act now to save our planet. Scientists have shown that if we don’t reduce carbon emissions, we’ll face catastrophic consequences. Think about the world we’re leaving for our children—what kind of future do we want for them?
Ethos:
The appeal to scientific authority establishes credibility.
Pathos:
The emotional appeal to the audience’s concern for future generations.
Logos:
The logical reasoning that connects inaction to catastrophic consequences.
Practice Exercise 2 - Pragmatic Awareness
Write a paragraph arguing for or against stricter content regulation on social media platforms.
Use Ethos, Pathos, and Logos in your argument.
Topic:
Should social media platforms regulate content more strictly?
After writing, review your paragraph.
1. Did you establish credibility (Ethos)?
2. Did you appeal to the audience’s emotions (Pathos)?
3. Did you use logical reasoning and evidence (Logos)?
Paragraph:
Stricter content regulation on social media platforms is essential to protect society from the harmful effects of misinformation and hate speech. 1.Ethically, social media companies have a responsibility to ensure that their platforms do not become breeding grounds for harmful content that can incite violence or manipulate public opinion.
By implementing stricter regulations, they fulfill their duty to create a safer digital environment. 2.Logically, without proper regulation, false information spreads rapidly, leading to real-world consequences like public health crises or political unrest. For instance, the widespread dissemination of COVID-19 misinformation on social media resulted in lower vaccination rates, directly impacting public health. 3. Emotionally, we must consider the victims of online harassment and hate speech, who suffer severe psychological and sometimes physical harm.
Stricter content regulation is not just about controlling information—it's about safeguarding our communities from the destructive impact of unchecked online behavior.
1. This statement appeals to the ethical responsibility (Ethos) of social media companies to act in the public's best interest by regulating harmful content on their platforms.
2. This portion uses logical reasoning (Logos) to argue that without regulation, misinformation can lead to serious consequences, using the example of COVID-19 misinformation affecting vaccination rates.
3. This statement appeals to the reader's emotions (Pathos) by highlighting the suffering of victims of online harassment and hate speech, emphasizing the need for stricter regulation to protect these individuals.
Practice Exercise 3
Listen to the excerpt and identify the use of Ethos, Pathos, Logos, and any rhetorical devices.
Ethos:
King’s credibility as a civil rights leader.
Pathos:
Emotional appeal through the vision of a better future.
Logos:
Logical arguments for equality and justice.
Rhetorical Devices:
Anaphora in the repetition of 'I have a dream.'