Showing Credibility

Worksheet Description

The Rhetorical Analysis worksheet is tailored to explore the concept of Ethos, which is derived from the Greek word meaning character, and its role in persuasive writing and speaking. It provides a brief explanation of Ethos, emphasizing its connection to the credibility and ethical appeal of the writer or speaker, and guides students to examine how Ethos is used in a specific text. Students are prompted to identify the claim of the text, analyze how Ethos is employed to support this claim, and evaluate the effectiveness of its use.

This worksheet teaches students the function and importance of Ethos in rhetoric. It aims to develop students’ ability to critically assess how an author’s credibility and moral standing can influence the persuasiveness of a text. By having students question and analyze the use of Ethos, the worksheet encourages a deeper understanding of how trust and authority are established in communication. The exercise is designed to enhance analytical skills in recognizing and evaluating rhetorical strategies within various texts.