Structure of an Argument
What are the main parts of a structured argument?
The main parts include the claim, evidence, counterargument, and conclusion.
What is ethos, and how does Kelley establish her credibility in her speech?
Ethos is an appeal to ethics, and Kelley establishes her credibility by discussing her experiences and the evidence she presents to support her argument for women's suffrage.
Who is a prominent activist for women's rights and labor reform?
Florence Kelly
What is a method to make a point memorable through emphasis?
Repetition
What is one key point Kelley makes about the impact of suffrage on women?
Kelley argues that suffrage will empower women to advocate for their rights and improve their social conditions.
Explain what a counterargument is and its importance in Kelley’s speech.
A counterargument presents opposing viewpoints, and its importance lies in addressing and refuting objections to strengthen the original argument.
How does how Kelley uses emotional appeal in her speech?
Kelley evokes pathos by addressing the suffering of women and children in the workforce, aiming to elicit sympathy from her audience.
What is a movement advocating for women's right to vote?
The Suffrage Movement
What is a movement advocating for women's right to vote?
A call to action
What specific injustices does Kelley highlight in her speech?
Kelley highlights injustices such as child labor, unsafe working conditions, and the lack of legal protections for women.
What role does the conclusion play in Kelley’s argument?
The conclusion summarizes the main points and reinforces the call to action for women's suffrage.
How does how Kelley incorporate logical reasoning in her argument?
Kelley uses statistics and factual evidence about women's working conditions to logically argue for suffrage.
Who were Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, etc.?
Key figures in the movement
What is an appeal to feelings rather than logic?
Emotional appeal - Pathos
How does Kelley address the notion of morality in her speech?
Kelley emphasizes that granting women the vote is a moral imperative that reflects the nation's values of justice and equality.
Identify one of Kelley’s main claims and the evidence she provides to support it.
One main claim is that women's suffrage is essential for social justice, supported by evidence of women's exploitation in the workforce.
How does Kelley use rhetorical questions to enhance her argument?
Kelley uses rhetorical questions to provoke thought and encourage her audience to consider the injustices faced by women, reinforcing her points.
What happened in 1920?
The Nineteenth Amendment was ratified
What is numerical data to support arguments?
Facts & numbers
What call to action does Kelley make at the end of her speech?
Kelley calls for immediate action to secure women's voting rights as essential for achieving justice and equality.
How does Kelley transition between different parts of her argument?
Kelley uses transitional phrases and clear logical connections to guide her audience through her argument, making it cohesive.
Discuss the significance of her audience in the use of rhetorical appeals.
Kelley tailored her rhetorical appeals to resonate with her audience of suffragists, using shared values to strengthen her argument for women's rights.
What marked the beginning of the women's rights movement?
The significance of the Seneca Falls Convention.
What is a comparison to clarify a concept?
An analogy
Why did Kelley use personal experiences?
To connect with the audience on a personal level and emphasize her points.