AICE Rules
Spot the Error
What essay type?
The HAND/PEEL
Rhetoric
100
In AICE writing you can not use ________ and ________ as they will cause informal register.
Contractions and Personal Pronouns
100
Over the past century, technological achievements have taken humans from the horse and buggy to electric vehicles. This exponential growth in technology has allowed humans to progress at a rate unparalleled to the past. We as a species will continue to grow with technology and progress at an even faster rate.
Use of the word WE (personal pronoun).
100
How many marks is your essay (Paper #1) worth?
30 marks.
100
What is the HAND?
The HAND is a tool used to generate ideas for essay topics.
100
What is the primary purpose of logos in persuasive writing speaking?
A - To appeal to the audience’s emotions
B - To establish the speaker’s credibility
C - To use logic and reason to persuade
D - To consider the timeliness of the argument
C - To use logic and reason to persuade
200
When writing an essay for AICE what is the MINIMUM word requirement as outlined by AICE?
600 words.
200
The view that it is the responsibility of art and literature to challenge society's values isn't one that can be sustained for the long term. This is due to a couple factors such as censorship and bias.
The use of contractions (isn't).
200
What are the two types of essays you should know for Paper #1 of the AICE exam?
Persuasive and Discursive
200
What is PEEL?
PEEL is an acronym for a strategy used when writing essays.
200
What type of rhetoric does the AD below employ and how is this accomplished?
The AD uses ethos by bringing in Kobe Bryant as a celebrity/athlete endorsement for Vitamin Water.
300
How much time do you receive for paper #1?
How about paper #2?
Paper #1 - 75 minutes
Paper #2 - 1 hr 45 minutes
300
Secondly, compelling arguments surround the proposal that voting in national and regional elections should be a legal requirement. Proponents contend that mandatory voting fosters civic engagement and ensures a more representative democracy. Evidence from countries with compulsory voting, such as Australia and Belgium, suggests higher voter turnout rates, indicating a broader participation in the democratic process.
Use of the word secondly. While this is not necessarily an error there are better transition words that could be used as discussed in class.
300
What type of essay should be crafted from the following prompt?
The usefulness of household appliances and furniture is more important than their appearance. Discuss.
Discursive
300
What does PEEL stand for?
Point, Evidence, Explanation, Link
300
If a speaker uses personal anecdotes, testimonials, or vivid storytelling to evoke emotions in the audience, which rhetorical appeal are they employing?
A - Ethos
B - Pathos
C - Logos
D - Kairos
B - Pathos
400
When supporting an argument through writing you must include _________ to back up your claim.
Evidence
400
In addition to the previous point, men and women should receive equal pay, especially in the United States due to the rights laid out in The Constitution. In The Constitution it states that "all men are created equal." This proves that men and women should receive equal pay.
Lack of analysis.
400
What type of essay should be crafted for the following prompt?
Assess the view that literature from the past has no relevance to modern life.
Persuasive
400
Using PEEL and the HAND will help to focus the ________ of your essay.
Scope/Direction/Focus
400
What type of rhetoric does the AD below employ and how is it accomplished?
The AD below employs Kairos by saying "Call now".
500
What days are our AICE exams on?
Paper 1 - April 25th
Paper 2 - May 1st
500
In this exploration of a seemingly paradoxical notion, diving into the intriguing concept that maintaining a healthy lifestyle may extend beyond meticulous dietary choices. By challenging the conventional wisdom that emphasizes strict food scrutiny, this paper aims to unwravel the multifaceted aspects contributing to overall well-being and question whether a balanced existence can exist without an obsessive focus on what we consume.
Unwravel is spelled wrong it is spelled unravel.
500
What is the difference between discursive and persuasive essays?
Discursive - remains neutral and argues both sides coming to a stance at the end.
Persuasive - establishes stance at the beginning and works to reinforce that stance throughout.
500
Name all five fingers on the HAND.
Science/Technology, Environmental, Political/Gov, Social, Entertainment.
500
When creating effective writing what types of rhetoric should be utilized?
All types: Ethos, Pathos, Logos and Kairos.