Introduction to Persuasion
It is important to understand how the Aristotelian Appeals play into the effectiveness of of persuasion. If you are unclear how these three appeals work, or how they should be discussed in your writing, check the previous link. Finally, the following essays and notes are intended to be used to broaden your understanding of the art of persuasion. As a reminder, it is YOUR responsibility to print the required essays for class, unless otherwise stated by Mrs. Jaeggi.
Finally, you must also start familiarizing yourself with the different types of arguments that may be used in rhetoric. You will need to look for these devices in the same way as you look for Aristotelian Appeals and rhetorical devices. Being able to locate these techniques as frequently as possible will only better prepare you for the AP exam. This powerpoint will clarify these techniques, and how they might be used in persuasion.
- Powerpoint Notes on Ethos / Pathos / Logos
- President Kennedy's 1962 Inaugural Address (this text may also be found on page 52 in the textbook, and will also include additional background notes to understanding the speech)
- Dr. King's Letter from a Birmingham Jail
- Nancy Mair's "On Being a Cripple"
Finally, you must also start familiarizing yourself with the different types of arguments that may be used in rhetoric. You will need to look for these devices in the same way as you look for Aristotelian Appeals and rhetorical devices. Being able to locate these techniques as frequently as possible will only better prepare you for the AP exam. This powerpoint will clarify these techniques, and how they might be used in persuasion.