Worksheet on Persuasive Techniques: Ethos, Pathos, Logos
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Grade 6
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A worksheet exploring the persuasive techniques of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos, with grammar-focused exercises for Grade 6 students.
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Worksheet on Persuasive Techniques: Ethos, Pathos, Logos
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Understanding Persuasive Techniques
When convincing others to support a cause, a speaker might emphasize their credibility to establish Ethos, evoke emotions through heartfelt stories to appeal to Pathos, or present logical arguments to demonstrate Logos. These techniques help persuade the audience effectively.
1.
Identify and briefly describe the three persuasive techniques mentioned in the passage.
[4 marks]2.
Why might a speaker choose to use Pathos in their argument?
[2 marks]B
Analyzing Texts for Persuasive Techniques
Read the following paragraph and identify which persuasive technique it primarily uses.
1.
Which persuasive technique is most evident in this paragraph? Explain your answer.
[3 marks]C
Grammar Exercise: Identifying Persuasive Devices
1. Our product is trusted by thousands of happy customers.
2. Imagine how much better your life will be with this new device.
3. Scientific studies show that 95% of users saw improvement.
4. As a professional chef, I can tell you this is the best recipe.
1.
For each sentence, identify the persuasive technique used.
[4 marks]Aa) Ethos
Bb) Pathos
Cc) Logos
D
Creative Writing: Persuasive Speech
Write a short speech persuading your classmates to support a school initiative. Use at least two persuasive techniques discussed earlier.
1.
Compose a 1-2 minute speech encouraging your classmates to participate in the upcoming school clean-up day. Use at least two persuasive techniques.
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Reflection and Application
Answer the following questions about persuasive techniques.
1.
Describe a time when someone used Persuasion to convince you. Which techniques did they use?
[3 marks]2.
How can understanding these techniques help you become a better writer or speaker?
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