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.
What is fallacious reasoning?
Illogical or incorrect reasoning in an argument.
What are the three rhetorical appeals?
Pathos Ethos Logos
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 "Schooled" what are three things you should do?
entrance smile
eye contact get their attention
hold hands at belly level shoulders back
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:
“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 are ways you can influence others? List four.
Have you ever made an exception?
If I were in your position...
After you hire someone how will you know...
Use their name Yes ladder
Yes ladder Because
What is the logical fallacy: All of my friends enjoy ice cream so I enjoy ice cream.
bandwagon
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?
Rhetorical appeals (Ethos, pathos, logos)
According to "How to Start a Speech" what are some of the worst things you can do?
Or best ways to start a speech
list three
Never start with anything technical.
Never mention your nervousness.
Never give a half hearted welcome.
Stories Tell them your big idea
Quirky one liner (humor) Interesting fact
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
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
Where do you find the claim and its evidence?
Thesis statement
What did the actors do wrong in the "Office"? (List two)
Did not do the presentation.
Poor introduction. Mentioned another job.
Bad jokes (insulting).
Having guest at the presentation.
Distracting and getting off topic (whomever)
What is the logical fallacy: "All kids hate taking math exams"
hasty generalization
Which one is it (ethos, pathos, logos)
You wouldn't eat that why would you feed it to your kids?
Superman says you should drink Pepsi because it is the best.
9 out of 10 dermatologist say this is the best cream to use.
Pathos
Ethos
Logos