Rhetoric
What are Aristotle’s three modes of persuasion?
Ethos, Pathos and Logos
What is a SOAPSTone?
A note taking strategy that focuses on all the elements that make a piece of writing effective (or not).
What is the definition of freedom?
The right to act, speak and think, without barriers or restraints.
What is the purpose of a dash?
To evoke a pause where one is interrupted or to be more abrupt/ direct in said pause.
What are the three types of irony?
Verbal, situational, and dramatic.
What is the purpose of the three modes of persuasion?
To convince a reader and make them believe the author/ speaker.
What does each letter stand for in SOAPSTone?
(S)peaker, (O)ccasion, (A)udience, (P)urpose, (S)ubject, (T)one.
What are barriers to freedom?
Conflicting perspectives that inhibit ones freedom, or the pursuit of it.
What is the purpose of an ellipses?
To evoke a pause where one trails off or omits information.
How do you find the answer to a rhetorical question?
You find the answer through the context of the writing.
What appeal (ethos, pathos, logos) is this an example of?
Lebron James sponsors Amazon, Mattel, and Nike.
Ethos
What is the purpose of "Eraser Tattoo" by Jason Reynolds?
“Eraser Tattoo” by Jason Reynolds: Gentrification is very real, and it leaves everlasting scars on the communities.
What are some examples of barriers?
Age, ability/disability, language, bias, assumptions, stereotypes, prejudices.
Distinguish what each of the italicized words' part of speech is:
Mr. Beast can do many amazing things. But, the one thing he can’t do? Well… tune in next time!
Mr. Beast = Proper Noun
Do = Verb
Amazing = Adjective
But = Conjunction
Thing = Noun
He = Pronoun
Tune-in = Verb
What are the elements of a good speaker?
Voice, Eye Contact, Emotion, Content, Rate, Organization
Which one of these is an example of pathos, which is an example of logos?
In a moment of solitude, his mother lovingly stated, “who could have guessed, the terrified, petrified, horrified, abcolutley devastated boy would triumph into the astounding young man he is today!”
90% of people hate ELA, and although you may agree, millions and millions of stories have been told through every generation of the human species!
1.) pathos
2.) logos
What is the purpose of "Superhuman" by Nicola Yoon?
“Superhuman” by Nicola Yoon: To allow readers to ponder the humanity of their life and reflect on America’s obsession with race.
What is the difference between equality, equity, and liberation?
Equality is when we all get the same thing.
Equity is when we each get what we need.
Liberation is the removal of resistance and restraints; receiving or achieving freedom.
What is the difference between an active and passive verb?
What is an active verb?
A verb that directly matches its noun (acting verb BEFORE noun).
What is a passive verb?
A verb that DOES NOT directly matches its noun (acting verb AFTER noun).
What are the 6 elements of classical oration
Introduction, Statement of Facts, Division, Proof, Refutation, Conclusion
What is the definition of EACH of these?
Irony:
Rhetorical Question:
Repetition:
Metaphor:
Simile:
Hyperbole:
Personification:
Otimotipia:
Irony: When the opposite occurs/ is said than what is expected.
Rhetorical Question: A question asked not to be answered, but call attention.
Repetition: Repeating sounds, phrases, or words to call attention.
Metaphor: Comparing two things NOT using “like” or “as.”
Simile: Comparing two things USING “like” or “as.”
Hyperbole: A dramatic exaggeration of a phrase or event in a piece of writing.
Personification: Comparing human emotions or actions to a non-human “thing.”
Otimotipia: A word spelt as a sound to call attention.
What is the purpose of the following pieces of literature:
“I Too” by Langston Hughes
“I Too Sing America” by Julia Alvarez
“Somewhere in America” by Rhiannon McGavin, Belissa Escobedo, and Zariya Allen
JFK Inagural Address
“I Too” by Langston Hughes: He calls attention to the injustice of colored people. Stating that one day, those that the shame they experience will be flipped.
“I Too Sing America” by Julia Alvarez: She calls attention to the injustices against Hispanics and hopes to be accepted as an American.
“Somewhere in America” by Rhiannon McGavin, Belissa Escobedo, and Zariya Allen: The “spoken word” poem serves to bring attention and call for change in America– specifically the education system and womens rights.
JFK Inagural Address: To inspire patriotism and civic duty, strength, and hope amongst Americans during the cold war.
He uses all the elements of a SOAPSTONE, and a litany of rhetoric (both appeals and devices).
What is the definition of each of these?
Noun:
Verb:
Adverb:
Conjunction:
Pronoun:
Preposition:
Adjective:
Noun: The subject of a sentence.
Verb: The action of a sentence.
Adverb: Describes a verb.
Conjunction: The “short word” that joins phrases and clauses.
Pronoun: Replaces a noun.
Preposition: A word that tells your position to the subject.
Adjective: Describes a noun.
Answer all three of the following questions:
**I may award partial points**
When is your test?
What is my dog's name?
What is the occupation of one of my parents?
What car do I drive? You can just describe it.
When is my wedding date? You must guess the month and year.
Friday
Sparkle
Mom has her own business in crafts, dad is a mechanical engineer for GM.
I drive a 2014, Red, Chevy Silverado.
July 10th, 2027