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Rhetoric in Atticus’ Closing Argument Chapter 20 To Kill a Mockingbird

Rhetoric in Atticus’ Closing Argument Chapter 20 To Kill a Mockingbird

What is rhetoric? Hint: What is the purpose of a rhetorical question? How many

What is rhetoric? Hint: What is the purpose of a rhetorical question? How many times have I told you not to do that?

The art or study of using language effectively and persuasively Rhetoric

The art or study of using language effectively and persuasively Rhetoric

�Appeal of ETHOS �Appeal of PATHOS �Appeal of LOGOS Types of Rhetorical Appeal

�Appeal of ETHOS �Appeal of PATHOS �Appeal of LOGOS Types of Rhetorical Appeal

�Ethos - Credibility �A way of convincing an audience based on the character of

�Ethos - Credibility �A way of convincing an audience based on the character of the writer/speaker �It says in effect: “I’m a great guy so you should believe what I’m telling you. ” �Example: I am a husband, a father, and a taxpayer. I’ve served faithfully for 20 years on the school board. I deserve your vote for city council. Ethos

�Pathos – Emotions �A way of convincing an audience based on appealing to their

�Pathos – Emotions �A way of convincing an audience based on appealing to their emotions � Such an appeal attempts to persuade by stirring up the emotions of the audience and attempts to create any number of emotions, including: fear, sadness, contentment, joy, and pride. � Example: “Feed the Children” television commercials use pathetic appeal by showcasing images of deprived, starving children in order to get you to contribute monetary donations. Pathos

�Logos - Logic �A way of convincing an audience based on the use of

�Logos - Logic �A way of convincing an audience based on the use of reasoning, facts, and statistics �Example: A Chevrolet advertisement that provides performance data on the vehicle being marketed is making a logical appeal. Logos

We will watch 2 short Pedigree Commercial �First time, you will just watch �Second

We will watch 2 short Pedigree Commercial �First time, you will just watch �Second time, you will write the rhetorical appeals and how they were use ◦ Ex: Ethos – The veterinarian is a credible source to recommend Pedigree dog food

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�As you reread Atticus’ closing argument (pgs. 271 -275) ◦ Identify the rhetorical appeals

�As you reread Atticus’ closing argument (pgs. 271 -275) ◦ Identify the rhetorical appeals being used and how they are used ◦ Example: “The state has not produced one iota of medical evidence to the effect that the crime Tom Robinson is charged with ever took place” (Lee 271). ◦ -Logos – No factual evidence to convict Tom Robinson Rhetorical Appeal is Atticus’ Closing Argument

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