Focus On Logos

Worksheet Description

This persuasive writing worksheet is centered on the concept of ‘logos,’ a rhetorical strategy that emphasizes logic and reason in argumentation. It explains the etymology of ‘logos’ from Greek, detailing its varied meanings related to ground, plea, opinion, and reason, among others, and its connection to the English word ‘logic.’ The worksheet tasks students with choosing one of three topics — phones in school, dress codes, or community service — and writing a few sentences that utilize logos to persuade others to agree with their stance on the issue.

The worksheet educates students on how to construct arguments based on logic and reason, as opposed to emotional or ethical appeals. By focusing on logos, it encourages the use of evidence such as statistics, facts, and data to support their position. The provided topics are relevant to students, which helps to engage them in applying logical reasoning to real-life scenarios. Through this activity, students learn to strengthen their persuasive writing by crafting arguments that appeal to the rational considerations of their audience.