Answer to Question #264763 in English for Jen

Question

Which of the following examples best describes a pathos form of persuasion?

a. You are giving a speech on social justice. You begin the speech by describing your experiences with oppression and resistance. You mention that you’ve been asked to give this same speech at several other social justice advocacy events and conferences.

b. You are giving a speech on technology-based activities in the classroom. You show charts that display group success rates of classes that do and do not implement technology-based activities in their curriculum. You claim that students would benefit from technology in the classroom.

c. You are giving a speech on Princess Diana. You claim that she was the most important royal figure in the 20th century. You describe her positive image that was perceived by the broader public. You say that we should all try to be like Princess Diana.

Answer 1

a. You are giving a speech on social justice. You begin the speech by describing your experiences with oppression and resistance. You mention that you’ve been asked to give this same speech at several other social justice advocacy events and conferences.