Emotions Unplugged

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is about identifying and evaluating the use of pathos in various forms of media. Pathos, defined as an appeal to emotions, is a rhetorical device often utilized in advertising, fundraising, and other persuasive communications. Students are tasked with finding two examples of pathos in media sources such as television, newspapers, and magazines. They must describe each example, explain the persuasive intent behind it, and assess its effectiveness, thereby practicing critical thinking and media literacy skills.

The “Emotions Unplugged – Media Analysis Sheet” is intended to teach students how to critically analyze and interpret emotional appeals in the media. It guides them to not only spot the use of pathos but also to think about the intent of these appeals and their impact on the audience. By evaluating the effectiveness of pathos, students learn to discern how emotion influences persuasion and decision-making. This exercise also encourages them to become more reflective and informed consumers of media.