LITERATURE QUESTIONS
INTRODUCTION TO LITERARY STUDIES
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Using informal language
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Demonstrating a mastery of the topic
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Appealing to the reader’s emotions
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Using logic and reason
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Detailed explanation-1: -Ethos, an ancient Greek word meaning “character, ” is a rhetorical or written technique that appeals to an audience or reader’s ethics. Authors achieve ethos in their writing by demonstrating that they are a trustworthy source of accurate information.
Detailed explanation-2: -You can establish ethos-or credibility-in two basic ways: you can use or build your own credibility on a topic, or you can use credible sources, which, in turn, builds your credibility as a writer.
Detailed explanation-3: -Ethos – Calls to human ethics; the author establishes a sense of persuasion through the use of their own credibility, status, professionalism, research, or the credibility of their sources. EX: If my years as a Marine taught me anything, it’s that caution is the best policy in this sort of situation.
Detailed explanation-4: -Ethos (Greek for “character”) • Focuses attention on the writer’s or speaker’s trustworthiness. • Takes one of two forms: “appeal to character” or “appeal to credibility.” • A writer may show “ethos” through her tone, such as taking care to show more. than one side of an issue before arguing for her side.
Detailed explanation-5: -Use only credible, reliable sources to build your argument and cite those sources properly. Respect the reader by stating the opposing position accurately. Establish common ground with your audience. More items