what device is that?
a device with a comparison of two things, without using "like" or "as".
metaphor
an advertisement for a toothpaste product endorsed by dentists.
ethos
thesis
rhetorical ___ are used to evoke a sense of understanding or persuasion in the reader. Examples of these include: simile, juxtaposition, allusion, etc.
devices
How many essay questions are on the AP Lang exam?
Three
Identify the audience of the prompt.
School Counselors/Educators at the White House
Secondary Audience: students, parents, the general public
a device which supplements the reader with a short story about a real person/incident.
anecdote
a commercial of an animal rescue center with visuals of injured or sorrowful animals.
pathos
how many points can you gain total on the rhetorical analysis essay?
six
the rhetorical ___ are most commonly regarded as ethos, logos, and pathos
appeals
what is considered a "passing" score for any AP exam?
What score do we shoot for on the essays to ensure a passing exam score?
a 3 (or higher).
a 4 (or higher).
Identify a rhetorical choice the speaker makes in their writing/speech
an emotional work or passage typically in reference to addressing someone/something that is dead/absent
apostrophe
"the average global temperature has increased by 1.2 degrees celsius over the past century".
"Samples from this study"
Logos
what are the three rows of scoring?
thesis, evidence/commentary, sophistication
this three-sided shape can be used as a tool in understanding the relationship between speaker, audience, and context. aka: the rhetorical ___.
triangle
how much time do you get total to answer the three essays on the AP Lang exam?
How long should you spend on the RA essay alone?
2 hours and 15 mins total
40 Minutes
Identify the message of the speech:
Her central message is one of hope, empowerment, and gratitude:
Education is a tool for opportunity.
Diversity and inclusion are strengths to be celebrated.
Counselors and educators have a profound impact on shaping the nation’s future.
Young people should believe in their power to achieve greatness through effort and kindness.
a phrase where two or more words are drastically opposed. (e.g: honest thief, pretty ugly).
oxymoron
"trust me, i can assure you [blank] works because i've been through [blank]".
ethos
what is the hardest point(s) to earn on the rhetorical analysis essay?
rhetorical ___ are what make arguments weaker or illogical, typically a mistake in the argument
fallacies
what is one paragraph that is not "required" in your essay?
conclusion
Write a thesis statement for an essay based on this prompt. Use real choices from the text.
Placing opposing ideas next to each other to showcase their differences.
Juxtaposition
When Harry Potter states:
"You've made a mistake, I can't be a wizard. I mean, I'm just Harry, just Harry".
Logos
Where is the best place to put your thesis?
at the end of the introductory paragraph
on the rhetorical analysis essay, it is important to understand the rhetorical ___, which can be described as the circumstances or context of a piece of writing.
situation
what percent of your overall score on the ap exam is the FRQ section worth?
55%
Identify the purpose of the speech:
To inspire and empower students—especially young people from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds—to pursue education and believe in their own worth.
She also aims to thank and honor school counselors for their critical role in shaping students’ futures and encourage them to continue their vital work in fostering opportunity and hope.
Referencing a well known historical figure or religious text/figure.
Allusion
The speaker tells a story about their troubled childhood.
Pathos
What do you need to do to get 4 points on the evidence/commentary section?
Specific evidence in each body paragraph along with thorough elaboration. Explain how the choice impacts the audience and accomplishes the purpose.
Demonstrating a complex understanding of the rhetorical ________________ is one of the ways that you can earn the sophistication point on the RA essay.
Situation
What three things must be included in the thesis?
What three things must be included in the topic sentence?
Speaker, 3 choices, purpose
Speaker, choice, purpose
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