Reading
What is an author's point of view?
P.O.V. refers to his/her opinion or belief regarding an issue
In which paragraph is the thesis statement usually found?
Introduction
List three things that you could do wrong while presenting.
Informal language
Poor eye contact
Speak too quickly
Speak unclearly
Lacks logical sequence
What is fallacious reasoning?
Illogical/flawed or incorrect reasoning in an argument.
Which rhetorical appeal is used to produce an emotional response?
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 position that the writer has taken on the argument.
Is filling in pauses with 'ummmm' and 'aahhh' an effective way to keep your prevention flowing.
No
What is the logical fallacy: "You're an idiot"
Ad hominem
What is Ethos?
Appeal to credibility, trust, and authority
What is the author's claim in this statement:
“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.”
Claim: It is a sin to kill a mockingbird.
What are at least two things you must do in the conclusion?
Rephrase the thesis statement and
- make a final sweeping statement OR
- use a pertinent quote OR
- make a 'call to action' OR
- tell the reader why they should care.
What is functional gesturing?
Hand gestures and words are aligned
What is the logical fallacy:
If you don't love the United States, just go back to where you came from.
False dilemma (either/or)
What is Logos?
An appeal to logic - facts, statistics etc.
What is the author's reason 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 found in 'good' evidence and used to persuade the reader/audience?
ethos
pathos
logos
When giving a presentation, what are prompt/cue cards used for?
To help the presenter keep track of what they are saying.
To help the reader maintain a logical sequence of ideas.
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.”
Slippery Slope
According to the 'Centre for Disease Control', wearing masks during a pandemic has proven to prevent the transmission of disease by at least 75%
What is the author's purpose/claim in this statement made by Patrick Henry, one of he Founding Fathers:
"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?
The topic and your focus/opinion.
What are two things you can do to make your presentation more engaging for the audience?
Alter your tone.
Use a variety of expressions.
Do not speak too fast or too slow.
Use eye contact.
Sound like you are interesting in your topic.
What is the logical fallacy:
"All kids hate taking math exams"
Hasty generalization.
Using rhetorical appeals is more likely to strengthen your argument. True or false?
True