Reading
What is an author's point of view?
refers to his or her position on an issue or, in other words, the author's opinion or belief regarding an issue
What paragraph does the thesis statement usually fall?
Introduction
List five things that you could do wrong while presenting.
List varies.
Illogical or incorrect reasoning in an argument.
Which rhetorical appeal is the easiest to spot?
Pathos
Which rhetorical appeal is the author using here:
"As a doctor, I am qualified to tell you that this course of treatment will likely generate the best results."
Ethos
What is a thesis statement?
The main idea of the paper; the position that the writer has taken on the argument
According to the "110 Techniques of Public Speaking" what is the greatest downfall to your ethos when public speaking?
Filling pauses with filler words such as "Um" or "er"
What is the logical fallacy: "You're an idiot"
What is Ethos?
Appeal to Credibility, Trust, and Authority
What is the author's claim in this statement:
“Remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.” That was the only time I ever heard Atticus say it was a sin to do something, and I asked Miss Maudie about it.
“Your father’s right,” she said. “Mockingbirds don’t do one thing but make music for us to enjoy . . . but sing their hearts out for us. That’s why it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.”
"...it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.”
What are the two things you must do in the conclusion?
Rephrase the thesis statement and tell the reader why they should care.
What is functional gesturing?
The movement and words are aligned
What is the logical fallacy: A Pepsi ad with Selena Gomez as the spokesperson.
Testimonial
What is Logos?
Appeal to logic
What is the author's evidence for their claim in this statement:
“Remember it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.” That was the only time I ever heard Atticus say it was a sin to do something, and I asked Miss Maudie about it.
“Your father’s right,” she said. “Mockingbirds don’t do one thing but make music for us to enjoy . . . but sing their hearts out for us. That’s why it’s a sin to kill a mockingbird.”
"Mockingbirds don’t do one thing but make music for us to enjoy . . . but sing their hearts out for us."
What is evidence typically made up of?
When giving a presentation, what is one question you may ask yourself regarding the platform?
-What limits does the platform have?
-What opportunities does each platform have?
-How is the audience different on each platform?
-What must the speaker do to stand out on their platform?
-What topic is best for each platform?
What is the logical fallacy: "We can’t legalize marijuana; if we do, then the next thing you know people will be strung out on heroin.”
Bad Logic or Slippery Slope
What is Pathos?
Appeal to Emotion
What is the author's purpose in this statement:
"Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!"
To persuade the audience into joining the war
What is a thesis made up of?
A claim and its evidence
What are two things you can do to sound more charismatic like Neil DeGrasse Tyson?
-Create a lower tone (breathe through your stomach)
-use pauses
-vary your range of pitch, speed, and volume
-Play with rhythm
What is the logical fallacy: "All kids hate taking math exams"
Bandwagon
Which appeal is dependent on a formal speaking tone?
Ethos