Idioms
I don’t get why she’s still with him after everything he’s done. __________, I suppose.
Love is blind
What is hedging?
A way to soften or qualify claims, opinions, or criticism to make them less rigid or harsh. Also known as “cautious language.
What does the abbreviation "NFL" stand for?
National Football League
When a professional shares their qualifications or personal experiences to build trust, which appeal are they using?
Ethos
The state with the most chocolatiers is....
California
What idiom is a playful or sometimes sarcastic way to say that someone will be jealous or envy what you have or are doing. It’s often used when you’re showing off something impressive or bragging.
Eat your heart out
What is the 3 step strategy for providing constructive feedback that we discussed in class. (Hint: Think of food)
Top bun, meat, bottom bun
When was this year's Super Bowl held? Day and Date
Sunday, February 9th 2025
When an ad shows touching images to make you feel happy or sad, which appeal is it using?
Pathos
Imagine seeing two groups at school that always stick together because they share similar interests. Which idiom best describes this?
Birds of a feather
Name 2 of the 4 potential strategies to use for casual criticism. Hint: We covered this during sports week on the day we watched real sports clips
Mild, observation, sarcasm, trash talk
Name 2 other traditions someone can partake in on Super Bowl Sunday besides watching football.
Puppy Bowl, going shopping, eating, etc.
(Kemarah and Talia decide if it aligned)
Imagine a scientist in a TED Talk describing decades of research and awards to build trust with the audience. Which appeal is being employed?
Ethos
We choose
After a silly spat over the last slice of pizza, they decided and to ______ and share the pie.
Kiss and Make up
Which is an example of constructive feedback? Scenario: Your friend failed a test.
A. Maybe you need to stop being stupid and actually study.
B. Hear me out, what if you dropped out of school?
C. It might be beneficial to try out different study methods.
D. That was not your fault at all, I think you're doing great!
B.
Who is the most successful quarterback in Super Bowl history?
Tom Brady
During a courtroom trial, an attorney presents a series of data-driven arguments and carefully structured evidence to support her case. Which rhetorical appeal is she primarily using?
Logos
Oh no! Your friend just failed their test. Use the vocab we learned about expressing condolences to create a scenario. At least two team members should participate
Talia and Kemarah choose
With all members of your group, make a scene where all team members use at least two idioms.
Talia and Kemarah decide
Choose 2 of your team members to act out a scenario where 1 person needs feedback on something and the other person is effectively receiving that feedback.
Kemarah and Talia are judges; NO ARGUING OR ELSE.
On Super Bowl Sunday, Americans spend around $__________ on beer.
1.3 billion
Imagine you are running for class president, Vice President and Treasurer (3 students) . You need to convince your peers to support your plan for a school cafeteria makeover. In this role play use (ethos, logos, or pathos) of your choice to convince us. All three students must speak.
Talia and Kemarah choose
Put the objectives in number order based on the order in which we covered them throughout the semester.
Expressing boundaries, Indirect and Direct advice, Debates with moderators, Feedback, Ethos, Pathos and Logos
1. Expressing Boundaries
2. Feedback
3. Debates with moderators
4. Indirect and Direct Advice
5. Ethos, Pathos and Logos