Question

Which of the following excerpts is NOT an example of pathos?
A-The brave men, living and dead, who struggled here, have consecrated it, far above our poor power to add or detract.
B- it is for us the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced.
C- we are met on a great battle-field of that war.
D- We have come to dedicate a portion of that field.

Answer 1

From the choices given, the answer is letter c. We are met on a great battle-field of that war. The other excerpts are examples of pathos. A pathos is defined as a quality that evokes pity or sadness. It is used as mode of persuasion used to convince audiences.

Answer 2

The sentences are from Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg Address. When it comes to pathos, one must know that pathos is synonymous with the words like sadness, regret and tragedy. Therefore, pathos is used to evoke emotions. From the given options, only the option C does not convey the qualities of pathos.