Ethos, Pathos, and Logos
Grade 9th Grade · ELA · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can define ethos, pathos, and logos and identify them in persuasive texts.
Warm-Up Video
TED-Ed · 4:40
What Aristotle and Joshua Bell can teach us about persuasion - Conor Neill
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Aristotle identified three means of persuasion: logos, ethos, and pathos.
- 2
Ethos refers to reputation, credibility, and trustworthiness, while pathos is the emotional connection with the audience.
- 3
In the Joshua Bell example, the subway lacked the ethos and pathos of the concert hall, causing people to ignore his performance despite his talent.
Practice Questions
10 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Explain how the story of Joshua Bell illustrates the importance of ethos and pathos in persuasion. Be sure to define ethos and pathos in your answer.”
Teacher Guide
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