Synthesis
On the AP exam (essay 1) you must synthesize information from at least ________ sources.
Three
Singer's thesis is best described as. . .
The claim that "each of us with wealth surplus to his or her essential needs should be giving most of it to help people suffering from poverty."
What does Pinker mean by words are "social currency with real value"?
Being polite helps of get things like money does. In this case, what we get is social status and preserving relationships.
What purpose does the article about Freetown serve?
It shows a community that was once run down become revitalized because of eminent domain (houses, community center, etc.)
When using sources, use quotes when . . .
there is memorable and powerful language, the language is clear and concise, the language is authoritative from an expert
Synthesis is defined as this
a measured response derived from a consideration of multiple perspectives and possibilities.
In the first five paragraphs, Singer has a tone that . . .
eases in the reader but that is still resolute and uncompromising in his ideas.
What purpose does the salt example serve in Pinker's "Words Don't Mean What They Mean" article?
He is trying to demonstrate an everyday scenario his audience would be familiar with to make his point that we get more (of what we want) from polite speech than from being direct.
How does the US Department of Justice excerpt show the value of eminent domain?
It was mentions places like Gettysburg as well as Rock Creek national park to show the value of preservation for future generations.
You should ___________ and not __________ your quotes.
embed / drop
Explain Kenneth Burke's "Unending Coversation"
What is the purpose of paragraph five and his defining utilitarian?
He wants to show the nuance of the argument and define his philosophical perspective for those who may not know its meaning.
He uses this to make his point about how we choose language and use it in different ways for the same purpose. Brandstetter was too overt in asking and offered a bribe. If she had changed her language and used innuendo, she would have conveyed the same idea but without the legal ramifications.
Where does Ilya Somin use a counter claim in her article before providing a rebuttal?
She addresses the "defenders of blight" an what they argue about the necessity of eminent domain.
This is an example of a _____ _______ quote.
Steven Pinker explains that when when it comes to linguistics, politeness is not related to one’s actions but to the “countless adjustments speakers make” when they try to ensure their listeners are not “put off” by their words (12).
Fully embedded
(the quotes are fully embedded with the author's own writing)
EO Wilson says of synthesis that . . .
Those who are adept at synthesis will be the leading thinkers in our so-called information age. With an ability to take in a variety of information, evaluate it, and craft meaning from it to understand to modern world, the “synthesizers” will be on the cutting edge. “We are drowning in information, while starving for wisdom. The world henceforth will be run by synthesizers, people able to put together the right information at the right time, think critically about it, and make important choices wisely.”
He does this to show the real world relevance of the fictional film. He ties he choice to choices we make in the real world.
In the book excerpt for Pinker's "The Stuff of Thought," how does he show his own synthesis of research materials?
He shows how other scholars and sources relate to each other. He notes original works and how others have built off of those works.
In his article, Carney uses the metaphor about how the "industry row[s] the ship" and the "politicians steer" in order to
Help readers understand the complex relationship while also showing how they take advantage.
How can I revise this use of source material?
According to Source B, "and he was really upset by this" (Marks).
There is no indication of who "he" is, so the reader has no context. There are multiple ways to revise including:
As doctor Smith notes, the patient "was really upset by" the lack of care taken with his medical records (Marks).
With synthesis, Peter Elbow says you need to play the _________ game and the _________ game.
“Doubting game” and “Believing game” - Doubting game - being as skeptical and analytical as possible with ideas you encounter - Helps us discover contradictions, poor reasoning, logical fallacies, bias, etc. - Believing game - being as welcoming as possible to new ideas. Hold back from arguing, try to understand and why one would believe this perspective - Helps us recognize potential flaws in our own thinking, opens us up to new ideas
What is the purpose of bringing in "Bob's Bugatti"?
He uses this as an analogy to what he argues people are doing by not choosing to donate their excess income. He revisits Bob at the end of the article to remind readers that they have their hands on the proverbial lever everyday and have to make choices.
What is the purpose of Pinker's discussion of "negative face" and "positive face"?
Negative face is aligned with the desire to be approved and positive face is the desire to be autonomous. He uses these (and the researchers who coined them) to show the duality in society and the duality at play when it comes to our conversations with each other to show how we "lubricate" our social interactions so there is no friction.
What purpose does the example of Stebelton serve in Dean Narsico's article?
He serves as an example of eminent domain not being implemented with "fair" compensation as he was offered only $9,249 for this property, when it was deemed worth $37,000 as well as another $558,625 for what he would lose in the future.
Revise the following.
Zoos are important to the preservation of animals. "They have helped to save endangered species for decades" (Source C). Clearly they are doing good work that needs to continue in the future. Otherwise, these animals would be lost forever.
Revision ideas will vary, but the quote should be embedded:
Zoos are important to conservation because, as the data show, "they have help to save endangered species for decades" and they are needed for these efforts to continue (Source C). Without zoos, and the work they do now and will do in the future, many of these animals would be lost forever.