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Use Case: An english teacher asked our AI generator to create a lesson about How the different characters in the play, Twelve Angry Men, use the persuasive techniques of ethos, pathos and logos.
Learning Goals and Success Criteria
Learning Goal
Students will be able to evaluate how the different characters in the play, Twelve Angry Men, use the persuasive techniques of ethos, pathos, and logos to influence the other jurors.
Success Criteria
1. Students will be able to identify at least two examples of ethos, pathos, and logos used by the characters in the play when trying to persuade the other jurors.
2. Students will be able to explain how the use of ethos, pathos, and logos impacts the different characters' persuasive abilities.
Lesson Plan
Lesson Title
Analyzing Persuasive Techniques in Twelve Angry Men
Grade Level: 11th Grade
Duration: 70 Minutes
Materials Needed:
- Access to the play, Twelve Angry Men
- Slides Presentation
- Worksheets for Identifying Persuasive Techniques
- Writing Materials
Lesson Structure:
I. Introduction (10 Minutes)
- Begin the class with a brief introduction to the play, Twelve Angry Men.
- Introduce the lesson objective: To evaluate how the different characters in the play use the persuasive techniques of ethos, pathos, and logos to influence the other jurors.
II. Direct Instruction (15 Minutes)
- Start with a slide presentation on the three different persuasive techniques: ethos, pathos, and logos.
- Define each technique and provide examples to help students understand their differences.
- Connect the persuasive techniques to the play, Twelve Angry Men by briefly discussing how the characters use them.
III. Close Analysis Pedagogical Strategy (25 Minutes)
- Divide students in groups and assign each group one scene from the play.
- Instruct them to closely read the scene and identify at least two examples of ethos, pathos, and logos.
- After completing the worksheet, have groups present their findings to the rest of the class.
- Encourage students to ask questions and have a class discussion about why they believe each example is a persuasive technique.
IV. Debrief and Summarize (10 Minutes)
- Start a class discussion about how the use of persuasive techniques impacted the characters' persuasive abilities and influenced the perspectives and opinions of the other jurors.
Homework (5 Minutes)
- Assign students to write a short paragraph on how they would use persuasive techniques to convince someone of a particular idea or opinion.
Extension Activities
- Have students rewrite a scene from the play in which they use persuasive techniques to change the outcome of the trial.
- Assign students to write a persuasive essay using ethos, pathos, and logos.
Differentiation Activities
- For students struggling to identify persuasive techniques, provide a list of key words or phrases to consider.
- Have students create a visual representation of the persuasive techniques used in the play instead of writing out their findings.
Multiple Choice Quiz
1. What is the definition of ethos?
a. Using emotional appeals to persuade
b. Using credibility or expertise to persuade
c. Using logical appeals to persuade
d. None of the above
2. Which of the following is an example of pathos?
a. A doctor using statistics to show the effectiveness of a medicine
b. A politician using their experience and expertise to convince voters
c. A charity advertisement using a sad story to encourage donations
d. A scientist presenting research findings in a clear and concise manner
3. What is logos?
a. Using emotional appeals to persuade
b. Using credibility or expertise to persuade
c. Using logical appeals to persuade
d. None of the above
4. Which of the following is an example of ethos?
a. A fashion model using their popularity to sell a new product
b. A nutritionist providing evidence for the benefits of a healthy diet
c. A car salesman using emotional appeals to sell a car
d. A musician using their talent to promote a political campaign
5. In Twelve Angry Men, which character uses ethos to persuade the others to change their vote?
a. Juror 8
b. Juror 4
c. Juror 3
d. Juror 12
6. Which of the following is an example of logos?
a. A teacher telling students an engaging story about a topic
b. A celebrity endorsing a new perfume
c. A lawyer using evidence and facts to argue their case
d. A motivational speaker using emotional appeals to inspire their audience
7. In Twelve Angry Men, which character uses pathos by sharing a personal experience to persuade the others to change their vote?
a. Juror 4
b. Juror 9
c. Juror 7
d. Juror 2
8. What is pathos?
a. Using emotional appeals to persuade
b. Using credibility or expertise to persuade
c. Using logical appeals to persuade
d. None of the above
9. In Twelve Angry Men, which character uses logos by presenting logical arguments and evidence to persuade the others to change their vote?
a. Juror 8
b. Juror 3
c. Juror 10
d. Juror 5
10. Which of the following is an example of a persuasive technique that is not ethos, pathos, or logos?
a. Using humor to engage an audience
b. Using repetition to reinforce a message
c. Using shock value to grab attention
d. None of the above
Slide Deck Content and Structure
Slide 1: Introduction Title: The art of Persuasion: Ethos, Pathos, and Logos
Slide 2: What is Persuasion?
Definition: Persuasion is the act of convincing or moving another person to take action or believe in something
Slide 3: Definition of Ethos
Definition: Ethos is a method of persuasion that relies on credibility, trust, and expertise. It is used to convince the audience by earning their trust through the speaker's reputation or authority on the subject.
Example: A doctor endorsing a health product to promote good health.
Slide 4: Definition of Pathos
Definition: Pathos is a method of persuasion that appeals to emotions - joy, fear, anger, love, or sadness. It is used to evoke an emotional response from the audience.
Example: A charity ad that uses images of suffering animals to encourage the audience to donate.
Slide 5: Definition of Logos
Definition: Logos is a method of persuasion that appeals to reason and logic. It is used to convince the audience through clear reasoning and intelligent analysis.
Example: A car company advertising a vehicle's fuel efficiency, safety ratings, and other features.
Slide 6: How do the characters from Twelve Angry Men use persuasive techniques?
The characters in Twelve Angry Men use persuasive techniques to influence each other's opinions and influence the jury's final decision.
Slide 7: Ethos in Twelve Angry Men
Example: Juror 8 has credibility and expertise as an architect, which he uses to persuade the other jurors to reconsider the case.
Quote: "It's not easy to stand alone against the ridicule of others. He gambled for support, and I gave it to him."
Slide 8: Pathos in Twelve Angry Men
Example: Juror 9 uses empathy and emotional appeal to change the others' opinions about a witness.
Quote: "He had a very sad face. I think he was very lonely."
Slide 9: Logos in Twelve Angry Men
Example: Juror 4 uses logical reasoning and analysis to challenge the other jurors' opinions about the case.
Quote: "It's the element of doubt that convinces me."
Slide 10: Summary of Persuasive Techniques
- Ethos: Credibility, Trust, Expertise
- Pathos: Emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Love, Sadness
- Logos: Reason, Logic, Analysis
Slide 11: Conclusion
Persuasive techniques present in various forms of communication that always appeal to the audience's emotions, credibility, and reasoning. It is essential to identify and understand the use of these techniques. Through the play, Twelve Angry Men, students may understand these techniques better and use them in their future presentations, speeches and writing.
Slide 12: References
Include sources of the quotes and the play
Differentiation Sample
Simplified for the
cognitive age of 12
Let's start by answering some questions!
1. What is ethos?
a. Using feelings to persuade
b. Using trust or knowledge to persuade
c. Using logic to persuade
d. None of the above
Answer: b - Ethos is when someone uses their credibility or expertise to convince others.
2. What is an example of pathos?
a. A doctor sharing data about medicine effectiveness
b. A politician using their experience to convince voters
c. A sad story in a charity ad to encourage donations
d. A scientist presenting research findings
Answer: c - Pathos uses emotional appeals to persuade, like using a sad story to encourage donations.
3. What is logos?
a. Using feelings to persuade
b. Using trust or knowledge to persuade
c. Using logic to persuade
d. None of the above
Answer: c - Logos uses logical appeals to persuade, like providing evidence or using reason.
4. What is an example of ethos?
a. A fashion model promoting a new product
b. A nutritionist providing evidence for a healthy diet
c. A car salesman using emotions to sell a car
d. A musician promoting a political campaign
Answer: b - Ethos is when someone uses their credibility or expertise to persuade, like a nutritionist providing evidence for a healthy diet.
5. In Twelve Angry Men, who persuades the others to change their vote using ethos?
a. Juror 8
b. Juror 4
c. Juror 3
d. Juror 12
Answer: b - In the movie or play, Juror 4 uses their credibility or expertise to persuade others.
6. What is an example of logos?
a. A teacher telling a story about a topic
b. A celebrity endorsing a perfume
c. A lawyer providing evidence and facts for their case
d. A motivational speaker using emotions to inspire their audience
Answer: c - Logos uses logical appeals, like a lawyer providing evidence and facts.
7. In Twelve Angry Men, who uses pathos by sharing a personal experience to persuade others?
a. Juror 4
b. Juror 9
c. Juror 7
d. Juror 2
Answer: b - In the movie or play, Juror 9 uses emotional appeals by sharing a personal experience.
8. What is pathos?
a. Using feelings to persuade
b. Using trust or knowledge to persuade
c. Using logic to persuade
d. None of the above
Answer: a - Pathos uses emotional appeals to persuade, like using feelings to convince others.
9. In Twelve Angry Men, who uses logos by presenting logical arguments and evidence to persuade others?
a. Juror 8
b. Juror 3
c. Juror 10
d. Juror 5
Answer: a - In the movie or play, Juror 8 uses logical appeals by presenting arguments and evidence.
10. What is an example of a persuasive technique that is not ethos, pathos, or logos?
a. Using humor to engage an audience
b. Using repetition to reinforce a message
c. Using shock value to grab attention
d. None of the above
Answer: d - There are other persuasive techniques besides ethos, pathos, and logos, but this question doesn't give any examples.
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