Question

I am not induced by motives of pride, party, or resentment to espouse the doctrine of separation and independence; I am clearly, positively, and conscientiously persuaded that it is the true interest of this continent to be so.
Which words or phrases from this passage best demonstrate ethos?

A. conscientiously, true interest of this continent

B. clearly, positively, persuaded

C. induced, continent

D. pride, resentment, independence

Answer 1

As for me, the most related sentence to ethos is ''I am clearly, positively, andconscientiously persuaded that it is the true interest of this continent to be so.'' Because it shows exactly how the speaker convinces auditory in his credibility, and according to sentence I have chosen we can extract the words and check with options you shared above. Even though it can seem controversial, it must be A. conscientiously, true interest of this continent , because it is claims to be interested in common good.

Answer 2

a. conscientiously, true interest of this continent

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