Question

Which type of appeal is used in this sentence?

Ms. Navarro changed my life in so many ways — sometimes by spending an extra hour going over a tough math problem and other times by taking the effort to give me a bit of heartfelt advice.
A. Pathos B. Logos C. Ethos D. Kairos

Answer 1

The answer is pathos, A

Answer 2

Answer: A. pathos

Pathos refers to an emotional appeal used by an author in order to invoke a sentimental response from his audience. It is one of the three main modes of persuasion (along with ethos and logos).

In this sentence, the author is trying to convey a feeling of gratitude and appreciation in order to persuade the reader of the importance of Ms Navarro.