Pathos has the ability to put the audience in a mood to accept an argument and can be used to affect the audience’s attitudes, values, beliefs, or behaviors based on their sense of emotion and their sense of a connection with the topic. 

Chris is at a conference and is currently attending an important lecture. He is not really interested in the message, but he finds the speaker very likable. At the end of the lecture, what is he likely to use to determine the quality of the speech. 

Katie is doing a speech on investing your money.  She tries to persuade her audience by discussing the cost vs. the benefits of your message. What type of modern persuasive approach does this represent? 

Which of the following types of special-occasion speeches provides context and gives credentials for the main speaker or performer? 

Zack is organizing a speech about the history of Monty Python.  He creates an outline and practices.  On the day of his speech, he uses note cards and PowerPoint slides to present his speech and the way he speaks is very conversation oriented.  What type of speech should she use? 

Zack is organizing a speech about the history of Monty Python.  He creates an outline and practices.  On the day of his speech, he uses note cards and PowerPoint slides to present his speech and the way he speaks is very conversation oriented.  What type of speech should she use? 

Which part of a speech reinforces the central message of the speech and creates a memorable moment for listeners? 

Critical thinkers do which of the following?

Critical thinkers do which of the following?

When it comes to determining someone’s ethos, the speaker is the one who determines if they are credible.