Dwayne has used a rhetorical appeal in this excerpt. how does the appeal strengthen his claim? his use of ethos establishes his expertise in the area of reading because he is a student. his use of logos provides facts and statistics about the benefits of reading daily, which strengthens his claim. his use of pathos evokes empathy in the listener, making them want to provide books to students in need as recommended by dwayne. his use of pathos describes his history of tutoring children in the area of reading, which makes him a credible source.