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Pathos, Logos & Ethos Sort

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Overview:

A cut-and-paste activity where students sort persuasive statements into categories of pathos, logos, or ethos. Designed for year 5 and 6 students.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify and classify persuasive techniques used in advertising.
  • Understand the differences between pathos (emotional appeal), logos (logical appeal), and ethos (credibility appeal).
  • Develop analytical skills by evaluating persuasive strategies in real-world contexts.

How the Activity Works:

Students cut out a selection of persuasive statements from a variety of advertisements. They paste them into the correct categories: pathos, logos, and ethos. The worksheet helps reinforce an understanding of persuasive techniques.

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