ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

TRANSCENDENTALISM LITERATURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Citing a study done by a university is an appeal to ____
A
pathos (emotion, feeling)
B
logos (logic, evidence)
C
ethos (trust, ethics)
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Speakers and presenters use logos when they support their assertions with facts, cite credible sources, quote reliable experts, and present clear lines of reasoning.

Detailed explanation-2: -Logos is an argument that appeals to an audience’s sense of logic or reason. For example, when a speaker cites scientific data, methodically walks through the line of reasoning behind their argument, or precisely recounts historical events relevant to their argument, he or she is using logos.

Detailed explanation-3: -Logos, or the appeal to logic, means to appeal to the audiences’ sense of reason or logic. To use logos, the author makes clear, logical connections between ideas, and includes the use of facts and statistics. Using historical and literal analogies to make a logical argument is another strategy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Ethos is all about credibility-is the source coming from research that is reliable and has a good reputation? A writer can use ethos to show readers why they are the best person to be writing or talking about a particular topic or issue.

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