IT'S SCARY HOW IMPORTANT RHETORICAL APPEALS ARE
The Haunted house Mystery Escape room
START
Introduction
A local haunted house attraction is facing a major problem: strange things have been happening during tours—objects moving, eerie sounds, and unexplained chills. Some say it’s real ghosts, while others believe it’s just clever marketing. The haunted house owner has hired you to investigate whether the attraction is truly haunted or just a publicity stunt gone wrong. To solve the case, they’ll need to work through several rhetorical puzzles. The quicker they solve the mystery, the sooner you can escape the haunted house!
Explore the house
Inventory
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The following slogan on a flyer advertising this haunted house is an example of which rhetorical appeal: “Created by world-famous paranormal investigators, this is the most authentic haunted house you’ll ever experience!”
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
02
The following slogan on a flyer advertising this haunted house is an example of which rhetorical appeal: “Dare to enter...if you’re brave enough! Many who enter never make it past the first room!”
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
03
The following slogan on a flyer advertising this haunted house is an example of which rhetorical appeal: “Statistically, haunted attractions with a good storyline draw 50% more visitors!”
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
04
The following slogan on a flyer advertising this haunted house is an example of which rhetorical appeals: "Our haunted house has been featured in ‘Scare Weekly,’ and thousands of visitors say it's the most terrifying experience of their lives!"
Ethos & Pathos
Logos & Pathos
Ethos & Logos
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Find the key to continue
Continue exploring the house
Inventory
01
In a testimonal video advertising that the house is truly haunted, an actor states, "I've worked here for five years, and I've seen things I can't explain." This testimonial uses....
Ethos
Logos
Ethos & Logos
Pathos
02
In a testimonal video advertising that the house is truly haunted, a guest states, “When I stepped into that room, I felt something cold and sinister—like something was watching me!” This testimonial uses....
Ethos
Logos
Ethos & Pathos
Pathos
03
In a testimonal video advertising that the house is NOT haunted, the owner states, “There are no reports or evidence of anything paranormal in this area. It’s just a well-made Halloween attraction.” This testimonial uses....
Ethos
Logos
Logos & Pathos
Pathos
04
In a testimonal video advertising that the house is truly haunted, a visitor states, “I used to think haunted houses were all fake, but after experiencing this one, I’m not so sure anymore. The way I felt when I was in the basement—it wasn’t normal. Even the staff said they avoid that area after dark.” This testimonial uses....
Ethos & Logos
Ethos & Pathos
Ethos
Pathos & Logos
You found a secret message
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Remember these notes and play them on the piano in the correct order
01
...Keep playing
02
...One more
03
Start over...
You found a new item for your inventory
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Use the magnifying glass to search for the code and then insert it into the typewriter
224
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Code
Which of the following is a convincing pathos statement to prove the house is actually haunted?
01
“Many visitors have reported feeling a chilling presence as they enter the house.”
“If you don’t believe in ghosts, you won’t survive the night!”
“Ghosts can’t hurt you if you stay calm.”
Which of the following is an effective ethos statement to convince people to visit the haunted house?
02
“The haunted house has been voted the best attraction in town for three years running.”
“If you think it’s just a marketing gimmick, you’re wrong!”
“Everyone knows this place is full of fake ghosts.”
Which of the following is a logical logos statement supporting the claim that the house is not haunted?
03
“The owner claims it’s just an elaborate Halloween setup, and they’re right.”
“Everyone says it’s haunted because they want to believe in ghosts.”
“No credible ghost sightings have been reported in the last decade.”
A briefcase has appeared...
It's locked...look in the inventory for something to open it
Congratulations
You have uncovered the truth! The clues reveal that the "haunting" was part of a new, immersive marketing tactic designed to drum up excitement for the Halloween season. The house isn’t truly haunted, but the clever use of persuasion and fear tactics convinced many that it was real.
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Rhetorical “Escape Room” Challenge – The Haunted House Mystery
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IT'S SCARY HOW IMPORTANT RHETORICAL APPEALS ARE
The Haunted house Mystery Escape room
START
Introduction
A local haunted house attraction is facing a major problem: strange things have been happening during tours—objects moving, eerie sounds, and unexplained chills. Some say it’s real ghosts, while others believe it’s just clever marketing. The haunted house owner has hired you to investigate whether the attraction is truly haunted or just a publicity stunt gone wrong. To solve the case, they’ll need to work through several rhetorical puzzles. The quicker they solve the mystery, the sooner you can escape the haunted house!
Explore the house
Inventory
01
The following slogan on a flyer advertising this haunted house is an example of which rhetorical appeal: “Created by world-famous paranormal investigators, this is the most authentic haunted house you’ll ever experience!”
Ethos
Pathos
Logos
02
The following slogan on a flyer advertising this haunted house is an example of which rhetorical appeal: “Dare to enter...if you’re brave enough! Many who enter never make it past the first room!”
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
03
The following slogan on a flyer advertising this haunted house is an example of which rhetorical appeal: “Statistically, haunted attractions with a good storyline draw 50% more visitors!”
Pathos
Ethos
Logos
04
The following slogan on a flyer advertising this haunted house is an example of which rhetorical appeals: "Our haunted house has been featured in ‘Scare Weekly,’ and thousands of visitors say it's the most terrifying experience of their lives!"
Ethos & Pathos
Logos & Pathos
Ethos & Logos
This is not correct...
Find the key to continue
Continue exploring the house
Inventory
01
In a testimonal video advertising that the house is truly haunted, an actor states, "I've worked here for five years, and I've seen things I can't explain." This testimonial uses....
Ethos
Logos
Ethos & Logos
Pathos
02
In a testimonal video advertising that the house is truly haunted, a guest states, “When I stepped into that room, I felt something cold and sinister—like something was watching me!” This testimonial uses....
Ethos
Logos
Ethos & Pathos
Pathos
03
In a testimonal video advertising that the house is NOT haunted, the owner states, “There are no reports or evidence of anything paranormal in this area. It’s just a well-made Halloween attraction.” This testimonial uses....
Ethos
Logos
Logos & Pathos
Pathos
04
In a testimonal video advertising that the house is truly haunted, a visitor states, “I used to think haunted houses were all fake, but after experiencing this one, I’m not so sure anymore. The way I felt when I was in the basement—it wasn’t normal. Even the staff said they avoid that area after dark.” This testimonial uses....
Ethos & Logos
Ethos & Pathos
Ethos
Pathos & Logos
You found a secret message
♪♬ø
Remember these notes and play them on the piano in the correct order
01
...Keep playing
02
...One more
03
Start over...
You found a new item for your inventory
Continue exploring the house
Inventory
♪♬ø
Use the magnifying glass to search for the code and then insert it into the typewriter
224
Enter the secret code
Code
Which of the following is a convincing pathos statement to prove the house is actually haunted?
01
“Many visitors have reported feeling a chilling presence as they enter the house.”
“If you don’t believe in ghosts, you won’t survive the night!”
“Ghosts can’t hurt you if you stay calm.”
Which of the following is an effective ethos statement to convince people to visit the haunted house?
02
“The haunted house has been voted the best attraction in town for three years running.”
“If you think it’s just a marketing gimmick, you’re wrong!”
“Everyone knows this place is full of fake ghosts.”
Which of the following is a logical logos statement supporting the claim that the house is not haunted?
03
“The owner claims it’s just an elaborate Halloween setup, and they’re right.”
“Everyone says it’s haunted because they want to believe in ghosts.”
“No credible ghost sightings have been reported in the last decade.”
A briefcase has appeared...
It's locked...look in the inventory for something to open it
Congratulations
You have uncovered the truth! The clues reveal that the "haunting" was part of a new, immersive marketing tactic designed to drum up excitement for the Halloween season. The house isn’t truly haunted, but the clever use of persuasion and fear tactics convinced many that it was real.
Are you sure you want to exit?
You will lose all progress made so far...
Back
Exit
Oh, no. You failed...
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Inventory
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Inventory
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Inventory
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Inventory
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