Section 1 Rhetoric and the Aristotelian Triad Flashcards

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Rhetoric

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The art of persuasion- getting people to do or think what you want. To be fully persuasive, think - heart, head, cred!

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Ethos

(Cred)

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The speaker. Make yourself sound credible (believable) and trustworthy. Quote from an expert.

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Logos

(Head)

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Your argument. Have a strong and logical argument/ reasons/ proof. Use metaphors/ analogies. Economic, environmental, health and well being arguments. Destroy the counter argument.

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Pathos

(Heart)

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Your audience. Appeal to their emotions, inspiring and motivating them. Anecdote. Flattery.

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