Thesis Writing
What does the 'C' in C.A.P.E. stand for?
Context
What does the 'R' in R.E.A.D.Y. stand for?
Read purposefully
What should you always ask when identifying audience?
Who is the author trying to reach and why?
creates vivid mental pictures to evoke emotion.
Imagery
How many sources must you use in a synthesis essay?
At least 3
Name one thing that makes a thesis defensible.
It clearly states rhetorical choices and their purpose.
What does 'E' in R.E.A.D.Y. ask you to examine?
Rhetorical Choices
Why is knowing your audience important in rhetorical analysis?
It helps explain why the writer made specific rhetorical choices.
Creates rhythm, emphasizes contrast, and draws attention.
parallelism
What is the difference between a paraphrase and a summary?
Paraphrase rewords a specific point; summary gives the overall idea.
Fill in the blank: In this passage, the author uses ___, ___, and ___ to ___.
rhetorical choices; action verb; effect on audience
This is a writing strategy (within your essay) that leads to generalizations and vague ideas.
summarization
I have a skeptical and not very knowledgeable audience and I am trying to inform on the value of vaccines. What type of tone and what type of appeals should I be using?
calm, measured tone
logical appeals
To reinforce key points and increase memorability.
repetition
Why should you avoid overloading your essay with quotes?
It disrupts your voice and weakens your argument.
How would you improve the following thesis to make it stronger?
Basketball is a very popular sport among High School students in rural areas.
an argument that acknowledges and explores complexities or tensions within a topic or text
nuanced
This, which is developed through diction and syntax shapes emotional response and builds or weakens credibility.
tone
It highlights differences and sharpens contrast between ideas.
juxtaposition
What is a sophistication-level way to integrate sources?
Weave them into your reasoning and show how they interact.
What is the following thesis missing?
In this passage, the author uses urgent tone, vivid imagery, and scientific evidence, urging the reader to recognize the need for immediate action.
Explain how your own voice connects your analysis in the essay.
By blending quotes with explanation and maintaining a confident, academic tone.
When writing for a receptive or like-minded audience, what rhetorical danger should a writer avoid, and how can they maintain persuasive strength?
A writer should avoid preaching to the choir or relying on assumptions without support. To maintain persuasive strength, they should still present clear reasoning, provide strong evidence, and deepen the audience’s understanding or commitment rather than simply reaffirming shared beliefs.
This rhetorical move involves a noticeable change in tone or attitude within a passage and is often used to highlight a turning point or emphasize contrast.
Metaphor
What does each of the letters S.P.A.R.K. stand for as it relates to the Synthesis Essay
Pick a Position
Assemble Line of Reasoning
Refer to the Sources Regularly
Keep it Connected