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What is the main difference between argument and persuasion?
What is the main difference between argument and persuasion?
- Argument focuses on emotional appeal, while persuasion focuses on logical reasoning.
- Argument relies solely on facts, while persuasion relies on emotional narratives.
- Argument aims to present reasons and evidence for logical agreement, while persuasion aims to get the reader to act on their belief. (correct)
- Argument uses ethos and pathos, while persuasion uses logos.
According to Aristotle's Rhetoric, what does logos primarily employ?
According to Aristotle's Rhetoric, what does logos primarily employ?
- Personal influence of the source
- Narratives
- Evidence and reasoning (correct)
- Emotions and motives
What is the purpose of pathos in persuasion?
What is the purpose of pathos in persuasion?
- To use personal influence of the source
- To influence based on motives and emotions (correct)
- To establish credibility
- To provide evidence and reasoning
How does ethos contribute to persuasive writing?
How does ethos contribute to persuasive writing?
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Which element of persuasion assumes that personal influence can persuade the audience?
Which element of persuasion assumes that personal influence can persuade the audience?
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In a persuasive speech, why is it important for the speaker to be likable?
In a persuasive speech, why is it important for the speaker to be likable?
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Which form of proof according to Aristotle involves evidence and reasoning?
Which form of proof according to Aristotle involves evidence and reasoning?
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'Proof based on motives and emotions' is associated with which element of persuasion?
'Proof based on motives and emotions' is associated with which element of persuasion?
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