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AP English Language & Composition
Rhetorical Strategies offer readers a framework for analyzing and discussing literary works. The focus is on the analysis and critical thinking and not on the use of the terms "Ethos", "Pathos", or "Logos".
Ethos (Credibility & Character)
Establishing authority or expertise
Demonstrating fairness or shared values with the audience
Using credible sources or personal experience
Pathos (Emotional Appeal)
Vivid imagery or descriptive language to evoke feelings
Anecdotes or personal stories that create empathy
Tone that conveys passion, urgency, or compassion
Logos (Logical Appeal)
Use of statistics, facts, or data
Clear reasoning or cause-effect explanations
Analogies or examples that clarify complex ideas
The standards indicated above align with the NCTE/IRA Standards and the New Hampshire Common Core State Standards.